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Shoulder Dislocation

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Shoulder Dislocation Outlook

What to expect with a shoulder dislocation:

Damage to the ligaments and tendons can result in limited range of motion of the shoulder.
About half of those who dislocate the shoulder suffer another dislocation.

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Last Updated: Jul 29, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Shoulder Dislocation References:

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