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AC Joint Separation Repair: Symptoms, Classification, Diagnosis & Recovery

An acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation is a common injury among active individuals. This occurs when the clavicle (collarbone) becomes detached from the scapula (shoulder blade). It is typically caused by a direct impact to the shoulder's tip or a forceful blow, often during contact sports. Athletes like football players and cyclists, particularly those who fall over handlebars, are especially prone to AC joint separations.

How long recovery after AC joint separation repair takes depends on the treatment method and severity of the injury. Typically, the photofacial recovery time is only 4 to 6 weeks. Surgical surgery takes a longer recovery, often taking 2 to 3 months. Rehabilitation for high-impact sports or activities can stretch to six months or longer.

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Bangkok Hospital

Bangkok, Thailand

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Singapore, Singapore

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Saudi German Hospital

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Dr. Vishal Gurnani
Dr. Vishal Gurnani

Orthopedic Surgeon

Gurugram, India

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USD  45 for video consultation

Dr. Devender Singh
Dr. Devender Singh

Orthopedic Surgeon

Delhi, India

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USD  35 for video consultation

Dr. Anil Lokhande
Dr. Anil Lokhande

Orthopedic Surgeon

Delhi, India

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USD  35 for video consultation

Dr. Pawan Dhawan
Dr. Pawan Dhawan

Orthopedic Surgeon

Dubai, U.A.E.

8 of experience

USD  150 for video consultation

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Nimra Haseeb
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MSc Biochemistry

4 Years of Experience

Miss Nimra Haseeb is a medical researcher and a scientific content writer. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology and a Master’s in Biochemistry from Integral University, Lucknow. With strong experience in healthcare research, she specializes in secondary research, clinical data analysis, and evidence-based medical writing. Her work focuses on transforming complex scientific and medical information into clear, accurate, and reliable healthcare content for patients and healthcare audiences. She is also experienced in interpreting medical studies and healthcare trends to deliver well-researched and informative content that supports better health awareness and decision-making.
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Dr. Manoj Miglani
Reviewer

Orthopedic Surgeon

22 Years of Experience

Last Reviewed - June 2026

Known for his soft-spoken nature, Dr. Manon Miglani had completed his MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College and MS (Ortho) for All India Institute of Medical Sciences. Dr. Miglani was awarded AO spine fellowship from Queen’s Medical Center, Nottingham and he also received Stryker fellowship in Arthroplasty from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. Dr. Manon Miglani has provided his expert services to various hospitals of Delhi and NCR including AIIMS, Indraprastha Apollo, Jaipur Golden hospital, and Artemis hospital Presently, Dr. Manon is the additional director of Fortis, Vasant Kunj and senior consultant at Fortis, Shalimar Bagh.
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