Shoulder Joint Dislocation (Dislocated Shoulder)
Description
Ooccurs when the head of the humerus is no longer in the shoulder joint. It most often occurs after trauma to the shoulder. In patients with multiple dislocations simply raising the arm over the head can cause the dislocation. Patients with multiple dislocations may have an MRI performed to identify associated ligament injuries.
Symptoms
Shoulder pain, inability to move the arm secondary to severe pain, numbness, weakness.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed. X-rays establish the diagnosis. An MRI may be done for multiple dislocations to identify associated ligament injuries.
- X-Ray
- MRI
Treatment
The humerus will be put back into the shoulder joint (reduction). Generally the patient is sedated during the reduction. A sling is worn after reduction. Orthopedic consultation is necessary 2-7 days afterward for possible surgery to stabilize the shoulder joint.
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