Clavicle problem

[echosystm]

Extra info:

When I pull my beck back really far (my neck, not just bending my head backwards), I can feel my right clavicle joint go out a little bit. the left one does not do this.

[physio.smith]

I would seek a second physio opinion!

You can disrupt either or both ends of the clavicle with the activity you described.

AC joint end...there is not a lot holding the end of the clavicle in place, often the ligament that holds this end down can be overstretched or torn, causing popping, clicking grinding etc.. There are a few things that can help..getting a good physio to ensure the joint is in the correct position, assessing the joint through movt. to see if it remains stable. Sometimes specific control exercises are needed to control excessive movt., taping can help. Local inflammation in this area can be problematic and makes the joint a lot more tender and irritable.

SC joint end...again not a lot holding it in position, there are a couple of tests that your physio should be able to do to assess stability through movt. In your case this does sound like this may be a problem. If disrupted there are techniques to help relocate...these work better early on in treatment as the ligaments need to heal in the right position.

You really sound like you need to see a sports specialist therapist, one with an interest in shoulders, ask around. Shoulders are difficult to settle at times and often time is the main factor...that and being aware of what aggrevates and what helps.

I had a similar injury mainly affecting my AC jt from an impact injury...it did take a long time, a lot of hard work and patience to settle. (many various diagnosis from collegues...non of which were really wrong...they can just be difficult to manage)

Maybe Canuck will be of help.

Good luck and do seek another opinion.