dislocated ac bone in shoulder

[jp2622]

I was is an accident bout 5 years ago and i dislocated ac bone in my shoulder, it was vary painful for while after it happened and the doc told me it would go back into place after time, well i dont think it has because the bone still sticks out when i move my arm and just recently it has become painful to move it most directions. will i need surgery to fix this or is it something I would need to get pain meds for?  

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi!
First of all you need a confirmed diagnosis that it is an acromioclavicular joint dislocation. This then needs to be graded. Grade 1,2, and 3 dislocations can be managed with physiotherapy and anti-inflammatory pain killers. However, grade 4, 5 and 6 dislocations need surgical reduction to place the joint in the original position. Post surgery also you will need physiotherapy. Please consult an orthopedic specialist as soon as possible. Take care!

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[athenmartin]

I would suggest go for a chiropractor first. You might need a physical therapy for it. Physical therapy will helps to get rid of back or joint pain because of some accidents or injuries who does not recover even after operation.