A shoulder dislocation can be due to falling heavily on to your arm. It is most common in those who take part in contact sports like rugby or wrestling.
If you are highly flexible or hypermobile you may be more prone to shoulder dislocations.
It can also occur if the connecting tissues supporting the shoulder joint becomes overstretched or torn from repetitive strains.
If you have a shoulder dislocation, you may experience the following symptoms:
- Extreme pain
- Difficulty moving your arm
- Bruising or swelling
- Your shoulder will look misshapen
- Numbness or tingling in the affected area.
