Arthroscopic Cortical Button Stabilization of Isolated Acute Neer Type II Fractures of the Distal Clavicle

Clavicle fractures are common injuries, representing 35% to 45% of fractures of the shoulder girdle.1 Fifteen percent to 25% involve the distal portion of the clavicle.2,3 Neer type II fractures occur proximal to the coracoclavicular ligaments or with disruption to the conoid ligament (Figure 1). These fractures are often significantly displaced due to the superior pull of the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles on the medial fragment and the weight of the arm on this distal fragment. Because of these factors, type II fractures are likely to progress to non-union or malunion. Overall,

Source: Research in gerontological nursing - October 3, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Matthew H. Blake, MD Source Type: research