Sternoclavicualr joint is only true articulation between the upper extremity and the axial skeleton
Very stable joint making a<unk>  rare; majority of injuries are simple sprains<unk> s usually require severe force (MVC, sports injuries)
Mechanism either direct blow to the chest, or lateral compression
Anterior<unk> s are much more common than posterior
Due to both force and anatomic location, damage to the brachial plexus, subclavian, trachea, and esophagus may occur
Atraumatic subluxation possible in younger patients
Very stable joint making a<unk>  rare; majority of injuries are simple sprains
Mechanism either direct blow to the chest, or lateral compression
Sternoclavicular dislocation
Airway/Pulmonary
Scapular fracture
Bronchial injury
Navicular fracture
Diaphragmatic trauma
Acromioclavicular joint injury
Hemothorax