AC joint injuries

There are a number of factors that increase your risk of an AC joint injury, including:

  • Participating in contact sports
  • Participating in activities that place you at risk for falling (skiing, mountain biking, ice skating, etc.)
  • Weightlifting
  • Working in physically demanding jobs

Shoulder experts

Aaron Hellem, P.T., D.P.T., OCS, SCS, C.S.C.S.

Physical Therapist

Aaron Krych, M.D.

Physician

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