Sternoclavicular Joint Reconstruction

Patient Outcomes: Videos

SC Joint Resection Arthroplasty

“I am happy I did it and I’m going back to work.”

-R.F. (4 months following SC joint resection arthroplasty)

  • subjective shoulder value: 99%
  • no pain

SC Joint Reconstruction

Video 1: Pre-operative video of a patient with a sternoclavicular dislocation. This patient has clear pain and difficulty moving his arm before surgery. As he moves his arm, the dislocated sternoclavicular joint can be seen moving.

Source: Image courtesy of Dr. Jon JP Warner

Video 2: Post-operative video of the same patient after sternoclavicular reconstruction. Note the improved motion and comfort. His scar is faintly visible on his chest.

Source: Image courtesy of Dr. Jon JP Warner

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