CME expires July 31, 2025

Sharpen your problem-solving skills with relevant patient cases from experts on the frontlines!

In this journal-based CME activity, you will review the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of acromioclavicular joint injuries by following an evolving patient case scenario based on a recent article from the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS). After the reading, you will complete an assessment to test your orthopaedic knowledge, problem solving, and clinical decision-making skills.

Case Editor
Uma Srikumaran, MD, MBA, MPH

Learning Objectives

• Explain how the anatomy and biomechanics of the acromioclavicular joint relate to accepted acromioclavicular joint injury classification systems.
  • Summarize the evaluation of a patient with an acromioclavicular joint injury, including appropriate physical examination tests and imaging studies.
  • Describe reported outcomes and complications of nonsurgical and surgical management of acromioclavicular joint injuries.
  • Discuss commonly described surgical techniques for acromioclavicular joint stabilization.

Earn up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits™.