AC Joint Sprain Rehabilitation - Stretches, Exercises and Massage For Faster Recovery

In todays video we go through the AC Joint, we look at the best exercises and mobilizations to strengthen the AC Joint post injury and look at the anatomy of the joint itself.
What is the AC Joint?
The AC (acromioclavicular) joint is where the shoulder blade (scapula) meets the collarbone (clavicle). The highest point of the shoulder blade is called the acromion. Strong tissues called ligaments connect the acromion to the collarbone, forming the AC joint. An AC joint sprain occurs when an injury damages the ligaments in the AC joint.
What causes AC joint sprain?
Often an accident or injury forces a sprain. This may include:
Falling onto your shoulder
Falling onto an outstretched hand
Getting a direct blow to your shoulder
Sporting Injuries
Overuse of the joint
What are the Symptoms of an AC joint sprain?
Symptoms can vary depending on how serious the injury is. They can include: Shoulder pain, Shoulder that feels sore when touched, Swelling, Bruising, Change in the shoulder’s shape, Bulge above the shoulder, Shoulder that appears to droop, Collarbone that moves upward and a Limited movement in the shoulder.
Depending on the severity of the ligament damage, acromioclavicular sprains usually are classified into three grades:
Grade I - The acromioclavicular ligament is partially torn but its companion ligament, the coracoclavicular, is uninjured, so the acromioclavicular joint remains tightly joined.
Grade II - The acromioclavicular ligament is completely torn and the coracoclavicular ligament is partially torn. In this case, the collarbone typically angles slightly out of place.
Grade III - Both the acromioclavicular ligament and the coracoclavicular ligament are completely torn, and the collarbone separation is obvious.
Some doctors classify the most severe acromioclavicular injuries into even higher grades or types, from IV to VI. With each higher grade, the collarbone is more displaced away from its normal position and the shoulder is more severely deformed.
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  • @fritsieboiker8449
    @fritsieboiker84493 жыл бұрын

    Top tier content. Keep it up, you're really suited for this.

  • @heaven-earth108
    @heaven-earth1082 жыл бұрын

    just got yourself a new subscriber bro . keep up that work ✊🏼good stuff

  • @marcmarckeeper
    @marcmarckeeper2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your great information!

  • @brandonthomas3187
    @brandonthomas31872 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful! Thank you

  • @hieycipretzantzin1395
    @hieycipretzantzin13953 жыл бұрын

    Subbed ! This video was god sent

  • @lukesamuel6596
    @lukesamuel65962 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Now to try it out

  • @trevormaclean5878
    @trevormaclean58782 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much , big help ! Working thru this injury now

  • @loriwilliamson5738
    @loriwilliamson5738 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! Thank you!

  • @wonderwend1
    @wonderwend12 жыл бұрын

    Great tutorial

  • @araven3888
    @araven3888 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome vid and so well explained. Thank you so much for the info and help your a start. Sending ya big love from Essex

  • @thebronze59
    @thebronze593 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video, articulately explained with clear helpful rehad exercises, very well done!!!

  • @ionts8345
    @ionts83453 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @antoniovieira7748
    @antoniovieira7748 Жыл бұрын

    very helpful thanks.

  • @jakebloom831
    @jakebloom8318 ай бұрын

    awesome video, thank you sir

  • @wathalb
    @wathalb2 жыл бұрын

    Great video

  • @LaurenMirandaG
    @LaurenMirandaG Жыл бұрын

    I found this really clear and helpful. You are an excellent teacher! Many thanks from California. :)

  • @kamekuran689
    @kamekuran689 Жыл бұрын

    thank you so much.

  • @omarpaiz8234
    @omarpaiz82342 жыл бұрын

    Thanksss. Just injured this and these are great

  • @iubsmaan6298
    @iubsmaan62982 ай бұрын

    Very informative

  • @atisuryo7726
    @atisuryo7726 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @JREXERCISEPHYSIOLOGY
    @JREXERCISEPHYSIOLOGY3 жыл бұрын

    Fell off my bike yesterday and did my AC joint sprain. Thanks for the video

  • @monksyo9258
    @monksyo9258 Жыл бұрын

    The isometrics and the massage are a game changer for me. I've tried a few other exercises but these have really helped. Cheers.

  • @bjoy9566
    @bjoy95663 жыл бұрын

    Just separated my shoulder last week. This video was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks,

  • @mc780
    @mc7802 жыл бұрын

    very nice video

  • @tomasolic8315
    @tomasolic8315 Жыл бұрын

    Best pain relief video I've seen so far. My pain is going slowly away after every exercise you've shown. I love it! Keep doing wonderful work. Wish you the best luck.

  • @MarioTheMusicMan
    @MarioTheMusicMan2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the information and advice on the rehabilitation stretches. It has helped me heal from my pain and injury.

  • @ksflow6615
    @ksflow66152 жыл бұрын

    Great video man, shoulder been hurting since i started going to the gym and this really helped me start feeling fresh again👍🏼

  • @retail_recon
    @retail_recon Жыл бұрын

    You are an absolute lifesaver. Been dealing with AC joint pain for over a month with no relief. I have increased range of motion after running through these ONCE and feel relief I haven't felt in a month. Thank you so much

  • @vijaybharvad8697
    @vijaybharvad86972 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏🙏🙏

  • @matthewbroomall3698
    @matthewbroomall36982 жыл бұрын

    Phenomenal. Best comprehensive explanation of an AC Joint injury and recovery I've seen. Much Appreciated

  • @freeridetony
    @freeridetony3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you :)

  • @ffs6969f4u
    @ffs6969f4u3 жыл бұрын

    I know it’s not a substitute for medical advice, but on the US, healthcare is very expensive and privatized. I have successfully rehabilitated an ankle sprain on my own through education and will be doing the same for my ac joint separation. Thank your for videos like these!

  • @UnicornRyder04
    @UnicornRyder043 жыл бұрын

    This is great shoulder feels sturdier already, shoulder use to be tilted down & forward. After these excercise it is straight & almost like new wow. To any readers don't let the shoulder tilt forward maintain upright posture

  • @_howrudoin_
    @_howrudoin_9 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I am an older swimmer, amature, and just recently have had "swimmer's shoulder", as a result of lack of back muscles and scapular muscles strength. My acromion hurts and is strain now due to shoulder overuse during swimming, instead of lateral and seratus anterior etc. This shoulder recovery plan is just what I need right now. Thank you!

  • @xNiggraxPleasex
    @xNiggraxPleasex3 жыл бұрын

    Underrated channel holy

  • @heaven-earth108

    @heaven-earth108

    2 жыл бұрын

    💯

  • @joaquinalvarez4123
    @joaquinalvarez41232 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bruv

  • @goldenokoko3211
    @goldenokoko32113 жыл бұрын

    Thanks bro I don’t want to reinjury my ac joint so I got to do this daily I’m back at the gym too lifting heavy

  • @anelhadzimesic2412
    @anelhadzimesic2412 Жыл бұрын

    Wow i got mine from rugby tackle and this the only video i found helpful, it’s been 4 months of rest and hasn’t got better

  • @devidkevin7222
    @devidkevin72223 жыл бұрын

    I just had crushed by an accidentally moving car. My big body stopped the moving car, by being crushed and stuck under the car. Thank God, I don't have any bone crushed, just bruises on my knee, thigh, sole, back, and hip, and the most painful one, my shoulder. On my shoulder there are burning bruise, and my AP got stretched. And that's what brought me here. I hope your video got me healed in no time.

  • @joesmith942
    @joesmith9423 жыл бұрын

    I've been doing this for a couple of weeks, and it's working great. An unexpected additional benefit has been my neck, at the base, has loosened up greatly. Didn't realize it was a problem until I started this.

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Joe, Really pleased to hear the positive feedback, keep up the good work! Kind regards, Travis

  • @ulvmaerke
    @ulvmaerke2 жыл бұрын

    Man, over 8 months of pain instantly gone for me well the tightness is now relaxed and kind of warm/ slightly swell, ready for bed! Seriously thank you for this video and these stretches.

  • @144krise7

    @144krise7

    Жыл бұрын

    Did your shoulder click every time pass a point?

  • @liltutofficial_
    @liltutofficial_2 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou for this video, I had a AC JOINT SPRAIN in my left shoulder and gladly saw this video and I'm start doing this exercise.

  • @ArashFallah
    @ArashFallah2 жыл бұрын

    Had an accident few days ago while cycling and I still got pain through internal rotation and extension. The inflammation on top of the AC joint is almost gone. So I have started with the friction massage, as it seems to relieve majority of discomfort. Looking forward to do the exercises, once I'm pain free; which seems to be around 7 to 10 days mark after the accident for me. Thanks for the detailed and concise information!

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Arash, Thank you for the kind words, I really appreciate it! I am wishing you all the best in your recovery :) Kindest regards, Travis

  • @haidarali5257
    @haidarali52572 жыл бұрын

    Masaalla 🌹 🌹 👊👍

  • @Butterfly-88509
    @Butterfly-885092 жыл бұрын

    i did those exercises now i feel much more better - i did arthroscopic surgery for shoulder impingement and rotator cuff tear 2 years ago but i still have strain and pain , i will try to do your video everyday and please suggest me more exercises i can do at home because i dont want to go again for surgery thanks alot

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sarah, I would focus on just continuing with these initially if you are feeling the benefit. Once you feel you have gone as far as you can with these stretches and exercises that would be when I would suggest going to a physical therapist so they can assess you and tailor a programme specifically to your needs based on tests that they would carry out. Wishing you all the best! Travis

  • @slimslim7481
    @slimslim74813 жыл бұрын

    Hey man is there any way to dm you to show you pictures and details whats goin on?

  • @javidmuradi7123
    @javidmuradi71233 жыл бұрын

    I recently injured my ac during outdoor exercise and I've got some sort of tear, which sucks. This video explains everything so perfectly and the I really look forward to trying these exercises and start my rehabilitation. I've had my injury and shoulder pain for three weeks now.

  • @bishoythegreat1734

    @bishoythegreat1734

    3 жыл бұрын

    How are you now?

  • @bishoythegreat1734

    @bishoythegreat1734

    3 жыл бұрын

    Do your shoulder do pops sounds?

  • @brothamo30

    @brothamo30

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@bishoythegreat1734 yes and a crunching sound at times. for 5-6 months now

  • @LukeGrahamPowerlifting
    @LukeGrahamPowerlifting2 жыл бұрын

    I sprained my AC joint 2 weeks ago and it is almost feeling back to normal; almost full range of motion, I just still can't do any push ups or pull ups yet. I will start doing these daily! Thank you!

  • @H0mertax

    @H0mertax

    2 жыл бұрын

    How long did it take to get back to pushups and pullups?

  • @onlysodium

    @onlysodium

    2 жыл бұрын

    lucky there, completely ruined my shoulder and I might need surgery which is lovely

  • @wolfboy202
    @wolfboy2022 жыл бұрын

    I have a grade 3, fell of my electric Onewheel. Worse pain ever. On to day 3. It’s nice to see how there’s helpful tip on this!

  • @manjotsingh2219

    @manjotsingh2219

    Жыл бұрын

    Same thing bro 3rd hard fall I'm selling it

  • @wolfboy202

    @wolfboy202

    Жыл бұрын

    @@manjotsingh2219 I thought about selling mine aswell, but instead I decided to keep it and still ride it, I’m just extra more careful and aware

  • @commomcents
    @commomcents2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this excellent video…I’m getting clicks and pops with the hanging arm swings,is this normal?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Florida, Clicking and popping is usual however not when accompanied with pain or inflammation. Kind regards, Travis

  • @captainexpiriment7725
    @captainexpiriment77252 жыл бұрын

    I can move my clavicle with my fingers and it doesnt hurt at all, hurts when i strech it, i fell on my shoulder 3-4 weeks ago and its still problematic im really scared that it isnt something serious. anyone have any ideas they can help out please? i have been waiting to hit the gym again

  • @Natural20__
    @Natural20__8 ай бұрын

    العب خفيف ا صحبي

  • @jaydowwg8150
    @jaydowwg81507 ай бұрын

    Ya my boy is only 8 years old .he woke up.i seen at the wnd of his arm was like a small golf ball size . And i started looking this up . Its right where u are saying .

  • @zlklein
    @zlklein3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the video Travis. Can I hang from a pull-up bar to address my ac joint injury or would this be counterproductive?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Zlklien, It really depends on what you are trying to gain by hanging from a bar. There are some reputable American physios who believe it can help shoulder impingement and even rotator cuff injuries. Theres also the belief its good for shoulder mobility as it stretches the supraspinatus tendon. It will improve your grip strength, stretch your lats and, pecs dependent on if you lean forward or back. In answer to your question, if you have tight lats, pecs, shoulder impingement or a rotator cuff injury/tightness you may benefit from it. If you think that's not you however, it won't do much in my opinion, I can't say its something I have personally prescribed to a client but thats the beauty of therapy theres lots of differing opinions! All the best! Travis

  • @nolanrasmussen8251
    @nolanrasmussen8251 Жыл бұрын

    The stretches start at 3:47 for those looking

  • @juniorvasquez9166

    @juniorvasquez9166

    Жыл бұрын

    Knowledge and understanding starts at 00:01 😉

  • @ahhhshitherewegoagain5321
    @ahhhshitherewegoagain53212 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the help i was just wondering i finished treatment and i now feel better but i have a very visible bumb on my shoulder . Is there any way it can be treated?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey! Firstly great job on doing so well with the treatment and I am glad you feel better! With regards the bump that would be a question for a physiotherapist who can see it and assess you in person. Kindest regards, Travis

  • @beccakenney6511
    @beccakenney65112 жыл бұрын

    Hey thanks for the super helpful content, I have just a level 1 AC sprain but I am wondering at what point I should move from applying ice to the injury to applying heat. Thanks!

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Becca, Ice is great to reduce pain and can stop people reaching for painkillers, it's good for numbing the area and reducing inflammation. Due to the location in which the AC joint is, it doesn't have a very rich blood supply so adding heat onto the area can be beneficial in getting additional blood flow and nutrients to the damaged soft tissue. Without seeing you and your injury its hard to say when the best specifically but I would consider it if needed once your inflammation has fully gone down by using (RICE) (Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation) Kind regards, Travis

  • @praneetkomandur5313

    @praneetkomandur5313

    2 жыл бұрын

    How long did it take for your ac joint sprain to go away

  • @AmzMusic11
    @AmzMusic112 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this! Very useful. I've started from today, I'm not in major pain but some swelling around AC joint recently and slightly raised compared to other one. I defo think mines due to too much overhead shoulder press or going to heavy (too quickly) on chest press. Do you think it's okay to apply ice pack for few mins after doing this?

  • @adarshbaheti617

    @adarshbaheti617

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey how are you now?? How long it took to recover completely and when did you hit back to gym??

  • @AmzMusic11

    @AmzMusic11

    Жыл бұрын

    @Adarsh Baheti Hey, sorry for late reply. I'm completely fine now no pain at all. I can't remember how long it took to recover to be honest as it was some time ago. Just listen to your body and don't do anything that causes more pain this area. You can slowly build your strength back up over. Once I was better this really help me prevent any shoulder pain kzread.info/dash/bejne/pad8lZeDp9DdhLA.html. Also I changed to dumbbell bench press instead of barbell ones once I was better for this this video really helped, mainly the dropping your shoulders down and back and pinching almost kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z6Jtts6an7WqZZs.html. Hope this helps and only follow these KZread videos once you start to feel better.

  • @YKTUZK
    @YKTUZK2 жыл бұрын

    I was doing overhead squats, and that was when my shoulder started to hurt.

  • @SyedSaifSpace
    @SyedSaifSpaceАй бұрын

    how long does the rehab take usually? i miss my heavy push workouts! :(

  • @pippenpp
    @pippenpp2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, i was injured almost one years ago when doing bench press with heavier dumbell. After checking the MRI , i think my ac joint injuery grade was level one, , this video really helps my shoulder's Rehabilitation.

  • @nerd6134

    @nerd6134

    2 жыл бұрын

    Bro I this is called rockwood 1 I’m having same issue from MRI I got while doing calisthenics

  • @pippenpp

    @pippenpp

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nerd6134 How are you feeling now? Still feel some pain when doing bench press when little heavier :(

  • @nerd6134

    @nerd6134

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pippenpp ya bro I’m on painkillers for 10 days n after that I’ll b having next visit to the ortho let’s hope for the best homie :) 🤝🤝

  • @pippenpp

    @pippenpp

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nerd6134 hope us getting better soon

  • @xDATD9UDEx

    @xDATD9UDEx

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mine has been killing me for about two months. I go to the gym 5 days a week. I can't do any benches or shoulder presses. Did you follow all these steps, and how long did it take for it to get back to normal

  • @Juju_914
    @Juju_9146 ай бұрын

    Would this work even if you didn’t have the surgery ?

  • @dhilanvyas2426
    @dhilanvyas24262 жыл бұрын

    Hi, would back movements be okay with a minor sprain(lat pull downs, rows) or do you think I should just focus on strengthening the joint slowly.

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dhilan, As long as movements were kept within a low weight and done very slowly both concentrically and eccentrically. If you felt any pain/ sharpness you would stop immediately. Kind regards, Travis

  • @colmdevine9145
    @colmdevine91452 жыл бұрын

    What are your thoughts on osteolysis? I've had it on and off for almost 2 years, I'm currently having physio but I'm not really convinced. I'm very tempted to ask for the surgery.

  • @RobbothePanda
    @RobbothePanda3 ай бұрын

    Hi buddy, I have no loss in ROM but pain when bench pressing and a throbbing ache around the AC area all day a couple of hours after exercise, Is it possible to get tendinitis in the AC joint? I don't think it's a sprain

  • @Davan514
    @Davan514Ай бұрын

    Do we have to do this daily, every other day?

  • @SpeaktheTruths
    @SpeaktheTruths2 жыл бұрын

    I messed mine up during martial arts class.

  • @allbaugh04
    @allbaugh042 жыл бұрын

    I have a level 3 separation, when is it OK to start the rehab or these exercises?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tim, For level 3 separations I would wait at least 3 weeks before doing any rehab other than gentle range of movement drills. When you can complete all ranges of movement without any pain, that would be when you could progress onto these exercises and stretches. Hope you're recovering well! Travis

  • @hannahcooper88
    @hannahcooper88 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your video! It's so helpful. I fell down my road bike for 4 months, and my AC joint was separated for grade 2. Now I can ride my bike but I cannot hold tight to my handlebar, so I can only ride slowly like 20-25km/h. I'm 28 years old and do not want to accept the surgery. I'm doing some exercises with my 1.5kg db and some bonds.

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Hannah! Thank you for the kind words and I am wishing you all the best with your recovery! Do let me know how you get on with these exercises and stretches :) Kind regards, Travis

  • @navmNavm-nc2yz

    @navmNavm-nc2yz

    6 ай бұрын

    Grade 2 is not so serious

  • @shaunreilly661
    @shaunreilly6612 жыл бұрын

    Hello I tore my AC joint last Saturday grade 2 tare and at the early stages of injury I’ve still got a lot of pain and don’t really know how long I should wait till I start the exercises was wondering if you could give me some advice ?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Shaun, Sorry to hear you have this injury and have been in pain. The answer to your question depends on if you have had surgery or not but typically those with a grade 2 tear wouldn't start physiotherapy for 3 weeks minimum. This doesn't mean gentle range of motion exercises can't be done before the three week mark however. Generally Type II injuries should avoid heavy lifting, pushing, pulling or contact sports for at least 6 weeks. Kind regards, Travis

  • @raphaelrousso7124
    @raphaelrousso71242 жыл бұрын

    Nickel !!J'avais une douleur dans le long biceps avec inflammation depuis plus d'un an , J'ai insisté sur le premier exercice en l'exécutant assez fort , j'ai entendu un fort craquement accompagné d'une vive douleur à l'endroit ou j'avais mal et la douleur a immédiatement disparu , depuis je peux toucher mon épaule opposé et même monter ma main dans mon dos sans douleur , c'est carrément " miraculeux" pour moi , tout cela le lendemain de mon premier commentaire . Ai je "replacé" un nerf , un tendon voir un ligament ? Cela au milieu du biceps droit , 5 à 6 cm sous l'épaule , à l'endroit ou le biceps s'amincit . Plus d'un an de douleur inflammatoire avec réduction de mobilité , consommation de médicament , plusieurs radios ,une échographie , plusieurs séances de kiné et limitation de pratique sportive , tout cela évanoui sur un craquement ! Je suis bluffé et soulagé , je ne peux que t'adresser un immense MERCI !!

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Bonjour rapheael! Cela me semble comme si vous aviez un nerf piégé. Je suis tellement heureux de vos nouvelles positives! Cordialement, Travis

  • @RyanJCherry
    @RyanJCherry2 жыл бұрын

    I have ac joint discomfort. I’ve been able to keep horizontal pressing which primarily aggravates it by switching to machine presses for high reps and keeping my volume low for that muscle group. My question is, can I incorporate this routine and how often should I do it a week? I want to get back to normal pressing with DBs/barbells/etc

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Ryan, You definitely can incorporate this into your routine, I wouldn't do these exercises and stretches more than 4x per week with a rest in-between. With regards the pressing, you may have to modify your grips/tempo/range of movement that you are lifting until your find a way that you can do those movements pain free then slowly start progressing them. All the best! Travis

  • @imsupercereal
    @imsupercereal2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks I’m laying in bed watching this. I fell skiing

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Get well soon Sneaky Campers! Kind regards, Travis

  • @Cjl0189
    @Cjl01892 жыл бұрын

    What would you recommend after you believe you have the issues and been in pain for 2 to 4 days ?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Charles, At that stage the injury would still be acute so I woudn't do much until swelling and inflammation has gone down. After that gentle range of movement exercises for the shoulder. Kindest regards, Travis

  • @XxrollinbxX
    @XxrollinbxX2 жыл бұрын

    How soon is acceptable to start these? I had a grade 2/3 tear from snowboarding about 3.5 weeks ago. Planning on taking it easy but snowboarding this weekend after taking the month off. I've been doing band work, simple body weight workouts and stretching, pushups where no pain is present, and doing no more than 5lbs for shoulder workouts like flys etc. Just want to be sure I'm rehabbing correctly for the fastest recovery possible

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Rollin! Typically I get clients to start gentle exercise once inflammation and pain has settled. This can be 1 week for some and for others longer. Sounds like you're definitely on the right track and being sensible with your exercise selection. If you are able to do those exercises you would definitely be at a stage where you could do the content in this video. Wishing you all the best! Travis

  • @onlysodium
    @onlysodium3 жыл бұрын

    I've got the worst grade injury on my ac joint. its been like this for 10 months despite doing exercises like this every week and had to get a shot to stop muscle swelling. the shot helped somewhat but now its still very weak and I feel it wont get any better and it'll be stuck like this for years to come

  • @DixonDanny95

    @DixonDanny95

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi mate what does the shot actually fo heard about this my injury is grade 1 been 3 months feel like its not recovering

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hello Keiser, 10 months does sound like a long time, have you been able to see a physiotherapist or sports massage therapist in those 10 months? Initial phases of rehabilitation should restore your range of movement then once that has been established a careful return to strength and stability exercises can be chosen for the shoulder. All AC Joint separation clients end up with a bit of a lump on the shoulder which can't be helped. . I am not sure where you're located but AC Joint injuries are very common in Rugby, so if you have a rugby team near you it might be worth asking what physiotherapist/sports therapist they use. That way you can work with someone who has seen probably hundreds of AC Joint separations. Wishing you all the best Keiser and keep positive! Travis

  • @onlysodium

    @onlysodium

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH I forgot I commented here. but a little update. things for me havent gotten better. had my second cortisone shot which helped for the shoulder pain mostly. but its still an issue. unable to work until I sort something out. I did manual labor for my job lifting heavy every single day lead to this injury. might have to go the compensation route/ surgery as its still causing me grief. I hope the others in here have had their shoulder issues resolved!

  • @navmNavm-nc2yz

    @navmNavm-nc2yz

    6 ай бұрын

    ​@@onlysodiumbro once we hurt the shoulder it will take very long time to heal mine happened 1 year ago n still not able to get over the pain

  • @gillwil
    @gillwil2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Travis, think I've just sprained AC joint in extension from golf swing follow through...my left shoulder and muscle along collar bone to sternum ..would this be correct diagnosis.? Have range of motion..can swim front crawl..but joint tells me its there..is swimming good or bad for it? ( I'm female golfer)

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Chatterbox, Feel free to pop me an email of a picture of the exact location so I can give you a correct answer to your first question. As for your second question, it all depends on how long has passed since the injury and if it is indeed an AC joint sprain or more of a musculoskeletal problem. Travisjtarrant@gmail.com is my email. Kind regards, Travis

  • @babak4952
    @babak49523 жыл бұрын

    Hi. My shoulder sucks whenever it gets hurt, which happens rarely, but once it happens, it takes forever to get back to normal. It does not affect much of life except when I go to Jiu Jitsu, I am unable to perform. Is there a way to make my shoulder feel normal, even if I tore my labrum?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Babak, Have you had surgery on it? If not, torn labrum surgery generally takes 4-6 months of rehabilitation. If it's stopping you doing an activity you're passionate about that might be an option? Generally doctors will tell people "stop doing what makes it worse" but for an athlete that's often not an option. It's a very common operation for rugby players over here in the UK. Kind regards, Travis

  • @nickpacyna5276
    @nickpacyna52762 жыл бұрын

    Hey, I dislocated my shoulder 2 years ago and get pain in the ac joint? Will this help it heal? I can’t stand the pain when I’m working out

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Nick, I can't be sure without seeing you and giving you a specific exercise prescription tailored to you, however it would be worth a shot! Kind regards, Travis

  • @adetubvdfh58976
    @adetubvdfh589764 ай бұрын

    After 25 to 30 minutes of running, the AC joint becomes swollen and sprained.After stretching the pain stops for some time.Can the broken AC joint be repaired and can I start running again?

  • @yiannidemertzidis1882
    @yiannidemertzidis1882 Жыл бұрын

    how long does this usually take to heal and will i able to back to my normal weight at the gym within a week?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Yianni, Incredibly difficult question to answer as it depends on age, severity of the sprain or separation, if there are other injuries to account for, fitness levels, access to rehabilitation kit, I can go on and on but I would be looking to get someone back to function within 6-12 weeks dependent on grade of injury, then back to full strength within 3-4 months. (if they follow the rehab protocol diligently) For incredibly minor injuries it can be only a few weeks to get back to full strength. Kind regards, Travis

  • @ismailridwan6489
    @ismailridwan64893 жыл бұрын

    So i had this pain after my last workout. I haven't workout at the gym for like a year due to pandemic, i did my workout at home with minimal weight and calisthenics. My first workut at the gym was two days ago and i kinda felt pain when i touch my right shoulder especially at AC joint area, but i didn't feel pain everytime i move the shoulder at any direction, the pain occur when i press the AC joint area. I think i'm kinda messed up my push exercises. Is it good for me to lighten the weight and learning the proper technique again? Or i shouldn't train my upper body at all and rest? Sorry bad english

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Ismail, It could be something as simple as a sprain. Injuries in the first few workouts after not working out for a while are quite common. Rest the area then return back to working out focusing on form and use really light weights. If your shoulder responds well to light weights then gradually progress the weights each workout and loading your shoulder experiences. In the meantime while resting you can still workout legs and abdominals (just avoid core exercises that use the shoulder joint i.e planks, mountain climbers etc) Wishing you a speedy recovery. Travis

  • @ismailridwan6489

    @ismailridwan6489

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH Thanks for the advice, my anxiety just relieved. Maybe i'll try the exercises that you gave from this video too. Once again, thank you 🙏🏼

  • @denniss3980
    @denniss39802 жыл бұрын

    Can kayaking and hours of paddling cause an AC injury, that is the only thing I have been doing, and I have no loss of movement in my shoulder, and only pain is when pressing down on the bump on top of my shoulder

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dennis, Hard to say without seeing and properly assessing you but it is possible yes. The good news is you have no limitation in range of motion which is usually the immediate sign of AC injury along with pain, redness and swelling. Kindest regards, Travis

  • @Moebeastz
    @Moebeastz Жыл бұрын

    Does ac joint cause scapula winging ??? Cause my scapula also wing out and I’m trying work the serratus and doesn’t work

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Moe, Great question. So the AC Joints primary functions are to allow the scapula additional range of rotation on the thorax and to allow for adjustments of the scapula (tipping and internal/external rotation) outside the initial plane of the scapula in order to follow the changing shape of the thorax as arm movement occurs. In simple terms, it could cause scapula winging as it acts like a strut to help with movement of the scapula resulting in a greater degree of arm rotation. This is not to say we can't get the scapula winging better by working the key shoulder stabilizers as much as possible. Kindest regards, Travis

  • @harishivendervats
    @harishivendervats3 жыл бұрын

    Hey thanks for the video man . I suffered AC joint separation injury grade 1/2 about 8 months back. The ROM is back but the pain won't just go away completely. I have started working out too. At some days, it pains a bit more after workout. I just wanted to know whether the pain is going to stay forever ?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Hari, Firstly that is great that the ROM is back, that's always the first stage of trying to recover from an AC joint injury and prevent further injury. What I would do is evaluate what exercises give you the most pain then try to modify them to exercises that your AC joint finds easier to tolerate. It may take some time getting to know what exercises are aggravating you but once you know what exercises you can tolerate you can then begin to workout with less/no pain and build up the strength within your shoulder overtime. Another tip is avoid any fast/ballistic gym exercises, slow everything down, especially pushing movements military presses/push press/shoulder press/bench press/chest press/push ups/chest flys. The slower you do movements, the better the AC Joint can stabalise the movement and thus reducing injury and aggravation. All the best with your recovery Hari! Travis

  • @harishivendervats

    @harishivendervats

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH Hello Travis, thanks for replying. Means a lot . The exercises that hurt are - Bench press . I can do overhead presses with no pain but afterwards when the body has cooled down, the pain increases just like any other pressing movements. So I should slow the movements down, while pressing /push days are on ?

  • @stalinsunny7866

    @stalinsunny7866

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@harishivendervats just wondering how did you go with this.I have the exact same experience.After and during Bench Press it pains a bit.Other exercises I am ok

  • @pippenpp

    @pippenpp

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@harishivendervats yes, i can do shoulder up press without pain, but can't do bench press

  • @harishivendervats

    @harishivendervats

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@stalinsunny7866 I am still doing all the exercises bro. But going light weight on the exercises that lead to pain. I have reduced the frequency of the bench press and go for dumbbell press instead. That way I can have more control over the weight and I can adjust my posture from where it pains to a point where it pains less. Also I would advise you to focus on streching after the workout. Now that we have suffered this injury, we have to pay more heed than ever to streching. And physiotherapy helps too. Hope this helps bro. Happy lifting :)

  • @ahmedrezk82
    @ahmedrezk82 Жыл бұрын

    how often I should do this set of exercise.

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Ahmed, You can start off as little as once or twice a week to see how you respond, but don't do more than 4x a week with a days rest inbetween. Wishing you all the best! Kind regards, Travis

  • @ahmedrezk82

    @ahmedrezk82

    Жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH Thank you, Travis

  • @vaughny7258
    @vaughny72582 жыл бұрын

    Travis. How often a week? Or day? Should I do this?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi! A maximum of 4 days per week every other day. Kindest regards, Travis

  • @vaughny7258

    @vaughny7258

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH thanks so much. Btw when I feel better do I do this as a warm up before say back or shoulders?

  • @edwardrobichaud7789
    @edwardrobichaud77892 жыл бұрын

    I was lifting heave then I could barley bench 20lb dumbbells. I tried working through it but gave in. My diet & routine went to SHIT and I’m up 20 pounds and losing the muscle I put on the past few years. My doctor said I have mild degenerative in my right AC joint. She wanted me to go to physical therapy or rehab & all this other crap but I don’t want to spend the money. Should doing these things you show help me?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Edward, You can certainly try them but of course if you get any pain or discomfort you may need to run them by a Physio that can see you in person to properly assess your condition. Any degenerative changes in the body should be combatted by strengthening up the surrounding muscle of the joint and this is where physical rehabilitation comes in. Kind regards, Travis

  • @kodurusagar1420
    @kodurusagar14203 жыл бұрын

    Hlo I met with an accident 3yrs ago there's no issue with my shoulder bt I can't lift weights over head

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Koduru, If there is no issue with the shoulder now, continue to work it in the ranges that you are able to. You can strengthen up the shoulder without overhead pressing movements. I would also work on building up your shoulder flexibility. Wishing you all the best! Travis

  • @pawpatrol55
    @pawpatrol55 Жыл бұрын

    Where can i find the video on shouder stretches please?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Metazilla, Shoulder warm up before exercises: kzread.info/dash/bejne/gHitlM6xfLDUpM4.html&ab_channel=TravisTarrant Shoulder stretches for internal rotation: kzread.info/dash/bejne/q3h9p9WBgcWWj7Q.html&ab_channel=TravisTarrant Kindest regards, Travis

  • @pawpatrol55

    @pawpatrol55

    Жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH thanks

  • @blackblade8687
    @blackblade86873 жыл бұрын

    Hello, my AC joint ligament injury goes back to 3 years, i still see the ending tip of my color bone in a slight higher position than the regular positioning, will these exercises help me put it back to its original position? thank you for the video. PS . i do workout, lift weights and my shoulder doesn't bother me, i do all movements freely , yet sometimes i feel discomfort in my AC joint.

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Black Blade, It's unlikely that these exercises will put your collar bone back into its regular position. As your injury was 3 years ago you will be fully healed by now. The great thing is that you can lift weights, have good movement and are aware when you feel discomfort in your AC joint, most people with AC Joint injuries rehab hoping to be in your position. You probably do anyway but try to modify what you do to acomodate your old AC injury whether thats avoiding exercises or activities that cause you discomfort or making modifications. Kind regards, Travis

  • @blackblade8687

    @blackblade8687

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH thank you so much for the answer, that is very helpful to know. I will keep training with caution. I hope it doesn't develop any complications when I'm older, I'm 30 years now.

  • @iqbalkalbuadi5653

    @iqbalkalbuadi5653

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@blackblade8687 i had the same problem bro i don't feel hurt when doing shoulder exercise but just feel lil bit discomfort in my AC joint and cant really do some movement properly. I was wondering if its okay for me to keep working out and can this rehab help me repair my AC joint.

  • @YoungVisionary2

    @YoungVisionary2

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@blackblade8687 why don’t u get surgery?

  • @blackblade8687

    @blackblade8687

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@YoungVisionary2 I am hesitant about the surgery, and i wanted to see other natural options that could possibly heal my ac joint and put it back to its original position, but i am not sure right now. would a surgery be a good idea?

  • @yossyyudha
    @yossyyudha3 жыл бұрын

    Wee doing this after first surgery or secondary surgery?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Yossy, This would be post surgery or after when an injury is sustained it is not bad enough to need surgery. Generally if it is bad enough, an orthopedic surgeon will tell you if you need surgery or not. Kind regards, Travis

  • @yossyyudha

    @yossyyudha

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ok thanks

  • @lyticaLx
    @lyticaLx3 жыл бұрын

    Yo! I've had scar tissue and nerve pain in my right shoulder/ac joint for years. Overtime with physical therapy it's gotten better, however these workouts seem to be ironing out the scar tissue. I trained shoulders yesterday, and for the first time felt the warmth and blood pumping in my right shoulder. I havn't experienced that in almost 4 years. Thank you again for this video! Next up Ill be looking up your vids for ankle mobility for a frozen ankle. No mobility in the left ankle for 10 years, so best of luck to me on this haha.

  • @ojassingh8313
    @ojassingh83132 жыл бұрын

    Sir i wanna ask that can we do push ups, during this?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Ojas, I have plenty of rugby players with this injury, some avoid push ups altogether, some modify their push ups and others have no issues at all. Like anything its really important to regress the push up as much as possible then slowly work your way up (Sometimes muscles find regressions really easy however there is a big lack of stability in the shoulder) its the stability you are looking to work on when getting back to any exercise. Power without stability will lead to further chance of injury. Kindest regards, Travis

  • @ojassingh8313

    @ojassingh8313

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH Thanks for the reply sir :)

  • @playerh19gameplay41
    @playerh19gameplay4111 ай бұрын

    What about clicking in the area

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    11 ай бұрын

    Hi Player, Depends on where the clicking is from, which is not always the AC joint. Seeing a physiotherapist for clicking in the area who can assess what is clicking and if exercises or stretching can release the clicking would be your best bet! Wishing you all the best! Travis

  • @iceperez9370
    @iceperez9370 Жыл бұрын

    Can I get ac joint sprain from always sleeping on my left side? My shoulders are in pain when I woke up 😢

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Ice, Usually muscular injuries are more common from sleeping. It's possible but unlikely! Kindest regards, Travis

  • @iceperez9370

    @iceperez9370

    Жыл бұрын

    @@UKFH thank you

  • @Avi-gx6xt
    @Avi-gx6xt Жыл бұрын

    4:20

  • @timocisavu2554
    @timocisavu25542 жыл бұрын

    Can you play rugby again?

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Timoci, Yes absolutely :) AC Joint separations would be more of a concern to a rugby player however. Kind regards, Travis

  • @profesa-rsk
    @profesa-rsk11 ай бұрын

    I can feel it the most doing the shoulder extension and the least doing the flexion is that significant or common?... I mean should I be worried? lol

  • @UKFH

    @UKFH

    11 ай бұрын

    Hi Profesa, You shouldn't be worried unless you're experiencing pain. If you're feeling popping and clicking this is common after AC joint injury as often the joint has been anatomically shifted. This video is to start increasing range of motion of the joint and to start gently stabalising it again post injury :) Kindest regards, Travis

  • @profesa-rsk

    @profesa-rsk

    10 ай бұрын

    @@UKFH thanks Travis, I def appreciate everything

  • @Kevin-Hdz
    @Kevin-Hdz2 жыл бұрын

    Im I’ll try these stretch’s and exercise and see how it goes. Cuz I believe I sprained my collarbone grade 1. I have almost full range of motion but hurts when I lower/hang my arm a lot. So pretty much no heavy lifting and pulling and pushing stuff. Really hope this helps with my injury. I’ll let anyone know what happens if they care to know if these exercise help or not

  • @jagdishpatil3393

    @jagdishpatil3393

    Жыл бұрын

    I would love to know update on this. i have the same issue, only hurts when i lower/hang my arm. Hope it all well for you!

  • @Kevin-Hdz

    @Kevin-Hdz

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jagdishpatil3393 Hey man, my bad for the late response, The update on my pain after half a year is, I have no pain at all, it all went away! I followed these exercises for my AC joint pain. I also massaged the area of my pain everyday. I had my doubt's after a week the pain was still there, but after week 2 the pain started to lessen. And lessened after each week. Hope this helped man, I wish for you a speedy recovery from your injury!

  • @jagdishpatil3393

    @jagdishpatil3393

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Kevin-Hdz did you completely stop working out once this injury happened? My pain has lessen significantly but feel it slightly when I press the bone. I’ve curated my workout to avoid using my AC ligament. Hopefully it gets better sooner.. miss the shoulder workouts. Thank you for sharing your story.. 🙏🏽

  • @gurunath7187

    @gurunath7187

    2 ай бұрын

    What's the update man was yours a grade 1 back to heavy benches? Is there any clicks and pops?

  • @Kevin-Hdz

    @Kevin-Hdz

    2 ай бұрын

    @@gurunath7187 Yeah man, it was grade 1. The stretch’s and exercises worked for me. At first it felt like no difference the first week but then the second week it started getting better and better. Luckily no clicks or pops when heavy Benching. Hope this helps and wishing you a speedy recovery man! 👍💯

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