The shoulder is the body’s most mobile joint and allows for a wide range of movements, but as a result, it is the easiest joint to dislocate. Shoulder dislocations account for nearly half of all dislocation visits to the emergency room.
Dr. Jonathan Myer, an orthopedic surgeon affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, specializes in treating shoulder- and sports-related injuries. Below, Dr. Myer answers frequently asked questions on dislocated shoulders.
