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- Shoulder Instability refers to a condition in which the head of the upper arm bone has a tendency to slip out of its socket.
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- Sensation of shoulder subluxation, especially when the arm is in an overhead position
- Shoulder pain
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- Most patients with Shoulder Instability have a history of recurrent dislocation or subluxation (subluxation refers to an action that causes the head of the humerus to partially slip out of its socket).
- Damage to shoulder muscles and ligaments often occurs with a shoulder dislocation. If the ligaments become loose and weak, the shoulder becomes unstable and has a tendency to slip out of the socket.
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- Physical therapy to strengthen the muscles and ligaments, especially the rotator cuff muscles.
- Surgical treatment to stabilize the shoulder by repairing the damaged capsule and ligaments.
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