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Your shoulder joint is like a ball sitting in a shallow socket — this gives you great range of motion but also makes it more likely to slip out of place.
Shoulder instability means that the ball of the upper arm (humerus) doesn’t stay firmly in the shoulder socket. It might move partially out (called a subluxation) or come completely out (called a dislocation).
Shoulder instability can happen due to:
Like a fall, sports accident, or a dislocation — this can damage the ligaments or labrum (cartilage) that help keep the shoulder stable.
Doing the same motion again and again (like throwing a ball or swimming) can stretch or weaken the shoulder over time.
Some people are born with more flexible or “loose” joints, which can make the shoulder less stable.
A doctor or physiotherapist will:
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Dr. Girinivasan Chellamuthu is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon specialising in Sports Surgeries, Upper Limb Surgeries and Complex Trauma Cases. Renowned for his patient-centred approach, he is deeply invested in advancing regenerative orthopaedic solutions and translational research to enhance outcomes and patient care.
Dr. Girinivasan Chellamuthu is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon specialising in Sports Surgeries, Upper Limb Surgeries and Complex Trauma Cases. Renowned for his patient-centred approach, he is deeply invested in advancing regenerative orthopaedic solutions and translational research to enhance outcomes and patient care.
