Includes CPD Certificate

The two most common arthropathies affecting the acromioclavicular joint are osteoarthritis and osteloysis. In this lesson, we look at the differences in the pathoaetiology, diagnosis and management of both these conditions. 

In this lesson, we cover:

  • Pathoaetiology of acromioclavicular joint arthropathy.
  • Classification and natural history.
  • Clinical and imaging diagnosis.
  • Non-surgical management.
  • Referral criteria.

Learning Activities:
  • Pre-reading articles (3)
  • Video presentation (28 mins)
  • Quiz

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this lesson you will be able to:

  • Discuss the pathoaetiology, classification and natural history of AC joint arthropathy.
  • Make an accurate diagnosis of chronic AC joint arthropathy.
  • Appropriately refer for, and interpret the results of diagnostic imaging.
  • Understand and appropriately apply non-operative management for AC joint arthropathy.
  • Apply appropriate and effective physiotherapy management for AC joint arthropathy.


Study Time:
Approx. 4 hours

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Instructor

Dr Angela Cadogan

Dip Phys, M.Sports Physio, Dip MT, PhD
Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal).

Angela is a NZ registered Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal) with a Ph.D in Musculoskeletal Diagnostics from AUT University, Auckland, New Zealand (2012) (shoulder sub-specialty). Based in Christchurch, she works as a clinical consultant in her own private practice specialising in the diagnosis and management of shoulder pain.

Angela also works in an Orthopaedic Triage and Assessment role (Shoulder Service) with the Canterbury District Health Board. Angela has an ongoing research interest in shoulder conditions, has many publications on the topic, has been an invited keynote speaker at many national and international shoulder conferences and is Associate Editor at JOSPT (Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy).

Angela has been teaching courses on the diagnosis, management and rehabilitation of shoulder conditions for over 10 years and is passionate about upskilling other physiotherapists and improving capability of the physiotherapy workforce to meet the needs of the changing healthcare system. Angela is the director of Physio Academy. Learn more: www.drangelacadogan.co.nz