The sternoclavicular (or SC for short) joint is a synovial joint located in the shoulder girdle. It is a shallow saddle with articulated disc, with a functional classification of diarthrosis. The SC joint has multi-axial movement, allowing the clavicle to move on all planes. It is a strong joint well protected by a supporting network of ligaments.
Problems most commonly found in this joint are Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, and Gout.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is most often considered to be a disorder of the aging population. It is most common in the weight bearing joints of the body, but is also found in areas of the body where the joint has suffered a prior injury, or has been overused (such as repetitive motion tasks). Interestingly, …show more content…
RA causes inflammation and swelling of the joint lining. This results in joint pain and stiffness, as well as loss of normal movement.
Women are twice as likely to have RA. One interesting thing about RA is that it will attach the joints in pairs. The relevant example would be that both SC joints are effective, rather than one as in the case of osteoarthritis. Regular treatment may include non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), a regimen of physical therapy and exercise.
Gout is a type of arthritis which is actually most common in the great toe. It is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood. It is often described as a burning pain and stiffness in joint areas. Risk factors are being overweight male, consuming large amounts of alcoholic beverages (most especially beer). Treatments for gout are resting the joint, applying ice and sometimes a medication called colchicine.
Injuries to the joint itself are relatively uncommon due to its protective network of ligaments. When an injury is sustained, it tends to be from a type of traumatic injury such as a fall, automobile accident, or a sporting
Problems most commonly found in this joint are Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, and Gout.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is most often considered to be a disorder of the aging population. It is most common in the weight bearing joints of the body, but is also found in areas of the body where the joint has suffered a prior injury, or has been overused (such as repetitive motion tasks). Interestingly, …show more content…
RA causes inflammation and swelling of the joint lining. This results in joint pain and stiffness, as well as loss of normal movement.
Women are twice as likely to have RA. One interesting thing about RA is that it will attach the joints in pairs. The relevant example would be that both SC joints are effective, rather than one as in the case of osteoarthritis. Regular treatment may include non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), a regimen of physical therapy and exercise.
Gout is a type of arthritis which is actually most common in the great toe. It is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood. It is often described as a burning pain and stiffness in joint areas. Risk factors are being overweight male, consuming large amounts of alcoholic beverages (most especially beer). Treatments for gout are resting the joint, applying ice and sometimes a medication called colchicine.
Injuries to the joint itself are relatively uncommon due to its protective network of ligaments. When an injury is sustained, it tends to be from a type of traumatic injury such as a fall, automobile accident, or a sporting