Publication Name	World Journal of Orthopedics
Manuscript ID	118475
Country	China

Category	Orthopedics
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Novel 3-point positioning technique combined with the TightRope system for treating acute Rockwood type III acromioclavicular joint dislocation
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Fei-Xiong Chen, Zi-Long Zhao, Hai-Yan Xu and Fan-You Ning
Funding Agency and Grant Number	Funding Agency Grant Number Henan Province Traditional Chinese Medicine Scientific Research special project No. 2023ZY2120
Corresponding Author	Fan-You Ning, Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Luoyang Orthopedic-Traumatological Hospital of Henan Province (Henan Provincial Orthopedic Hospital), No. 18 Qiming South Road, Luoyang 471000, Henan Province, China. ningfanyou@163.com
Key Words	Acromioclavicular joint dislocation; 3-point positioning technique; TightRope system; Minimally invasive; Fluoroscopy
Core Tip	The TightRope system is a common treatment strategy for acute Rockwood type III acromioclavicular joint dislocation. Conventional surgery requires frequent intraoperative fluoroscopy, which poses potential risks to both patients and operating personnel. We developed a 3-point positioning technique to reduce intraoperative fluoroscopy time. This method uses a Kirschner wire and surface markings to establish a stable trajectory under fluoroscopic guidance by aligning the Kirschner wire, clavicular tunnel position, and the guidewire in a straight line. This technique facilitates rapid, accurate drilling and implant placement while significantly reducing fluoroscopic time.
Citation	Chen FX, Zhao ZL, Xu HY, Ning FY. Novel 3-point positioning technique combined with the TightRope system for treating acute Rockwood type III acromioclavicular joint dislocation. World J Orthop 2026; In press

Received	2026-01-04 08:26
Peer-Review Started	2026-01-04 08:26
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-01-08 09:17
Return for Revision	2026-01-08 09:17
Revised	2026-01-30 06:15
Publication Fee Transferred	2026-02-05 15:26
Second Decision by Editor	2026-03-06 02:34
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-03-06 10:06
Articles in Press	2026-03-06 10:06
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