Cause
The head of the humerus (arm bone) is pulled out of the socket of the shoulder joint, usually from trauma. The injury could be from a fall or from violent twisting of the arm. If it the shoulder is easily dislocated, it is usually the result of recurrent episodes.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
Acute pain in the affected shoulder. The arm may look longer because of the dislocation, and the shoulder may appear more square than its normal rounded contour. You may be unable to raise your arm. An injured capsule or labrum of the glenohumeral joint could lead to recurrent shoulder dislocations.
Procedures and Treatments
X-ray can confirm the diagnosis and exclude a fracture. The dislocated shoulder is treated by closed reduction. For recurrent shoulder dislocations, the injured labrum and capsule can be repaired with minimally invasive surgery.
High-Risk Sports
Rugby, Basketball, Football
Contact Us
Happy Valley
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