Open reduction and internal fixation for unstable fractures of the lateral end of the clavicle (Neer type II) is not complication-free. Most clavicle fractures can be successfully treated by conservative methods. Neer type II fractures have a reportedly high rate of nonunion, therefore internal fixation is recommended. However, the need for surgical treatment remains controversial as nonunion s...

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Management of type II distal clavicle fractures has always been a challenge. Non-operative treatment has a high risk of complications and should be considered only for elderly and frail patients. For younger and active patients there is a wide variety of operative options, each with advantages and disadvantages. According to our unit's experience the first choice could be hook plate fixation, w...

Abstract Background Acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) dislocation is a relatively common shoulder injury. For the treatment of cases severe ACJ (Rockwood type III–V), hook plate fixation an easy-to-master and minimally-invasive approach to surgical intervention. Over stress on acromion following often leads acromial complications such as osteolysis loss reduction. We hypothesized that suspensory re...