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- Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
- Shoulder Instability
- Reoccurring Dislocations
- Posterior Dislocation
- Multidirectional Instability Signs and Symptoms
- Shoulder Tendonitis and Impingement
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Acromioclavicular Separation (Separated Shoulder)
- Labral Tears
Reoccurring Dislocations
For those patients with reoccurring dislocations or instability, treatment is to modify or avoid the known activities, rehabilitate the shoulder with a physical therapist, and if theses are not successful, consider stabilizing surgical procedures.
Possible Treatments
Possible Treatment Goals
- Decrease Risk of Reoccurrence
- Improve Fitness
- Improve Function
- Optimize Joint Alignment
- Improve Muscle Strength and Power
- Increase Oxygen to Tissues
- Improve Proprioception
- Self-care of Symptoms
- Improve Safety
- Improve Tolerance for Prolonged Activities
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Disclaimer
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