Life after a shoulder fracture, separation, or dislocation can be greatly affected for several weeks or even months. Most shoulder injuries, whether they are treated surgically or nonsurgically, require a period of immobilization followed by rehabilitation.

When your shoulder comes out of place (dislocation), it can hurt and be hard to move. It might feel weak or numb. A doctor will put your shoulder back in place. This is usually done in a hospital with medicines to help with pain. Afterward, they will take an x-ray to check for broken bones.

Our systematic review focused on two clinical effectiveness questions regarding post-traumatic shoulder instability: (1) What are the best treatments to reduce the incidence of chronic shoulder instability after a first-time traumatic shoulder dislocation? and (2) How can the clinician best treat a patient with chronic post-traumatic shoulder ...

There are various types of traumatic shoulder injuries, including fractures, dislocation, and soft tissue injuries. Fractures commonly involve the clavicle, proximal humerus, and/or the scapula. A shoulder dislocation/separation can involve any of three different joints, with the glenohumeral joint being the most commonly involved.

A shoulder fracture happens when something breaks any of the three bones in your shoulder joint. It’s usually caused by traumas like car accidents or sports injuries. You’ll have to wear a brace or sling for a few weeks, and you might need surgery to repair your bone.