Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Expert stabilization surgery for dislocated shoulders. Prevent recurrence with advanced techniques.
Dr. Deepthi Nandan Reddy
Clinical Director
Apollo Hospitals, Financial District
9 AM - 5 PM (Mon-Sat)
What is Shoulder Dislocation?
Shoulder dislocation occurs when the ball of the upper arm pops out of the shoulder socket. As the most mobile joint in the body, the shoulder is prone to dislocation, especially in young athletes. Recurrent dislocations may require surgical stabilization.
Types of Shoulder Instability
Traumatic Dislocation
Caused by injury or fall. Often damages the labrum (Bankart lesion) and may require surgery.
Recurrent Dislocation
Multiple dislocations after initial injury. High risk in young athletes. Surgery recommended.
Multidirectional Instability
Loose shoulder from genetic factors. May respond to physical therapy initially.
Treatment Options
Expert Instability Surgery
Dr. Reddy's fellowship training includes advanced instability surgery techniques from UK and Mayo Clinic.
SESI President
Shoulder instability expert
All Techniques
Bankart, Latarjet, Remplissage
Frequently Asked Questions
1Will my shoulder dislocate again?
Without treatment, recurrence is common especially in young patients (up to 90% under age 25). Surgery significantly reduces this risk to under 5%.
2When is surgery needed for shoulder dislocation?
Surgery is recommended for: recurrent dislocations, young active patients after first dislocation, significant bone loss, and athletes in contact sports.
3What is Bankart repair?
Bankart repair is an arthroscopic surgery to reattach the torn labrum to the socket. It's the most common surgery for shoulder instability with excellent results.
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