The TightRope study: a cadaveric, biomechanical comparison of generations of suspensory fixation with internal brace for Rockwood grade V acromioclavicular joint injuries

• Published in: Journal of shoulder and elbow surgery
• Main Authors: Clifton, Thomas, Ahmed, Adil S., Piggott, Robert P., Clarke, Elizabeth, Boudali, Ahmed Mounir, Smith, Margaret M., Cass, Benjamin, Young, Allan A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Inc 13.08.2024
• Subjects: ACJ; biomechanics; clavicle; shoulder; suspensory fixation; TightRope; Biomechanics; TightRope; Basic Science Study; ACJ; clavicle; shoulder; suspensory fixation

Surgical treatment of Rockwood grade V acromioclavicular (AC) joint injuries remains varied. We hypothesized that the addition of a second suspensory device between the clavicle and coracoid would yield superior biomechanical results over a single device. We also hypothesized that the addition of an...