In reply to Kat4kgb:
Hi,
This is referred to as an AC ligament injury. It is divided into types by how much damge has been done, as you will know from your research on the interweb.
I had a bad type 2 as a result of crass stupidity on skis. Like you I thought my climbing might be compromised. Like you I had no initervention other than a sling to try to raise the shoulder up to meet the collar bone. I think it only gave me a sore neck and did little to help.
Once the sling was off, 6 weeks?, I was given resistance bands to try to tighten the new ligament but I still have a significant chip on my shoulder and it is slightly wider than the other.
Anyway, I am able to climb without any problems now. (A young family has more effect, smiley). Swimming is fine too, but i don't like throwing stones overarm with the lads.
Be prepared for lots more pain, periods of glumness and frustration. Then lots of aching as you work the joint slowly back to fitness and mobility.
Best wishes for your recovery,
Jase