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The Sternoclavicular Joint

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Physical Examination of the Shoulder

Abstract

Acute injuries to the sternoclavicular (SC) joint typically occur as a result of high-energy trauma and, in some cases, may compromise vital mediastinal structures. While acute injuries are relatively uncommon, chronic symptomatology has become a widely recognized source of shoulder pain and dysfunction. The purpose of this chapter is to review the relevant anatomy, biomechanics, and physical examination of the SC joint using an evidence-based approach.

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    Ryan J. Warth M.D.

  2. The Steadman Clinic, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Vail, CO, USA

    Peter J. Millett M.D., M.Sc.

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Warth, R.J., Millett, P.J. (2015). The Sternoclavicular Joint. In: Physical Examination of the Shoulder. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-2593-3_8

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