The Acromio Clavicular joint (AC joint) is part of the shoulder complex. It is situated at the outside point of the collar bone where it attaches to the front of the shoulder blade.
An AC joint sprain refers to damage to the ligaments of the joint. The AC joint ligaments are most commonly damaged through a fall onto the tip of the shoulder, although during rugby this force may come from a collision with an opponent in a tackle.
Shoulder bracing and taping can re-inforce the ligaments of the AC joint. Many Rugby players find that the reassurance provided by a shoulder support can also be helpful. However, because of the collision nature of Rugby, it is impossible to totally prevent these injuries.
In the initial stage of the injury pain-relieving medication is helpful. Ice packs should be applied to the injured shoulder for 20 minutes every two hours (never apply ice directly to the skin).
A chartered physiotherapist can apply
a taping technique, which will push the collar bone downwards, and
in more severe AC joint sprains the shoulder may be put in a sling
and rested. In more minor AC Joint sprains, where there is only a
small amount of ligament damage, it may be possible to resume Rugby
activities in 7-10 days.
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