What is a Shoulder Dislocation?

Description of the condition

A shoulder dislocation is a condition in which the upper end of the shoulder bone slips out of the shoulder joint. This typically occurs due to injury, such as falling on an outstretched arm.

Classification

• Anterior dislocation
• Posterior dislocation

Symptoms

Symptoms include pain, swelling, and a feeling of instability in the shoulder.

Causes

Causes of shoulder dislocation can be trauma, sports injuries, or congenital anomalies of the shoulder joint.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is made through clinical examination, X-rays, and MRI.

Treatment

Treatment may involve wearing a sling, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, or, in some cases, surgical intervention.

Prevention

Prevention includes strengthening the muscles around the shoulder joint, avoiding injuries, and properly supporting the shoulder joint during sports activities.

Physician

The physician treating shoulder dislocation is an orthopedic surgeon.