How to Identify and Adjust a Crooked Shoulder
Know the common mechanisms of shoulder injuries.The most common way to get a crooked (dislocated or subluxed, meaning partially dislocated) shoulder is from a sports injury, a fall, or another accident., Understand that repeat injuries are very...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Know the common mechanisms of shoulder injuries.The most common way to get a crooked (dislocated or subluxed
There is usually one precipitating event, and most people feel a significant amount of pain around the shoulder area at the time of their injury.
Shoulder dislocations (partial or complete) are quite common, as the shoulder is a very mobile joint.
It is essentially a "ball-and-socket" joint, where the top of the arm bone (the "ball") fits into the shoulder (the "socket").
Because the shoulder facilitates such a great range of motion for the arm, the joint is looser than most other joints in the body, making you more prone to dislocation or subluxation.
Examples of ways you can dislocate your shoulder are falling on an outstretched hand, falling on the shoulder itself, a forceful blow from the front pushing your shoulder backwards, or a vigorous twisting of the upper arm.
You should also avoid carrying a heavy bag (like a backpack, purse, diaper bag, or messenger bag) on one side of the body.
Consider lightening your load or carrying things in a backpack — with both straps on and properly adjusted. -
Step 2: meaning partially dislocated) shoulder is from a sports injury
had a crooked shoulder) once or more in your life, the probability of it occurring again is significantly higher. , Common symptoms include:
Pain Swelling and/or bruising around the shoulder area Difficulty (and likely pain) when attempting to move your arm Deformity of the shoulder Possible numbness, tingling, or weakness in your arm or hand (if you have this, it warrants immediate medical attention and a prompt visit to the emergency room)., If you are on a sports team with trained personnel such as physiotherapists who are comfortable re-aligning your shoulder, you can let them give it a try.
However, it is a risky procedure if done by someone who is inexperienced, so your best bet is to go to your local emergency room for help from a doctor.
If your shoulder is not dislocated but your it still looks crooked, or one shoulder is higher than the other, you may have overactive muscles in the upper neck area on one side.
Talk to your doctor about stretches and exercises to release the muscle.
This may be caused by cold drafts, posture with shoulders hunched up, sitting a computer, a seat that is too high, or muscle knots and trigger points. -
Step 3: a fall
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Step 4: or another accident.
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Step 5: Understand that repeat injuries are very common.In other words
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Step 6: if you have already dislocated your shoulder (i.e.
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Step 7: Recognize the symptoms of a shoulder dislocation.
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Step 8: See a doctor for definitive diagnosis and treatment.If you suspect you may have a shoulder dislocation
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Step 9: it is best to see a doctor to have your shoulder re-aligned.
Detailed Guide
There is usually one precipitating event, and most people feel a significant amount of pain around the shoulder area at the time of their injury.
Shoulder dislocations (partial or complete) are quite common, as the shoulder is a very mobile joint.
It is essentially a "ball-and-socket" joint, where the top of the arm bone (the "ball") fits into the shoulder (the "socket").
Because the shoulder facilitates such a great range of motion for the arm, the joint is looser than most other joints in the body, making you more prone to dislocation or subluxation.
Examples of ways you can dislocate your shoulder are falling on an outstretched hand, falling on the shoulder itself, a forceful blow from the front pushing your shoulder backwards, or a vigorous twisting of the upper arm.
You should also avoid carrying a heavy bag (like a backpack, purse, diaper bag, or messenger bag) on one side of the body.
Consider lightening your load or carrying things in a backpack — with both straps on and properly adjusted.
had a crooked shoulder) once or more in your life, the probability of it occurring again is significantly higher. , Common symptoms include:
Pain Swelling and/or bruising around the shoulder area Difficulty (and likely pain) when attempting to move your arm Deformity of the shoulder Possible numbness, tingling, or weakness in your arm or hand (if you have this, it warrants immediate medical attention and a prompt visit to the emergency room)., If you are on a sports team with trained personnel such as physiotherapists who are comfortable re-aligning your shoulder, you can let them give it a try.
However, it is a risky procedure if done by someone who is inexperienced, so your best bet is to go to your local emergency room for help from a doctor.
If your shoulder is not dislocated but your it still looks crooked, or one shoulder is higher than the other, you may have overactive muscles in the upper neck area on one side.
Talk to your doctor about stretches and exercises to release the muscle.
This may be caused by cold drafts, posture with shoulders hunched up, sitting a computer, a seat that is too high, or muscle knots and trigger points.
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