1. Dislocated and separated shoulders are the same thing.
Though they sound similar they are actually very different things. A shoulder that has been dislocated has been popped out of its socket. This condition can cause the tissue and nerves that surround the joint to become damaged. A separated shoulder …show more content…
In males who dislocated their shoulder between the ages of 14 to 20, almost all have a recurrence of the injury. If the shoulder is dislocated several times, it may be necessary to have surgery in order to repair the damaged nerves and tissue.
4. The main symptom of a shoulder that has been dislocated is a floppy arm.
The main symptom is actually pain. Even the slighted movement in a shoulder that has been popped from its joint will result in severe pain. The arm will also be extremely difficult to move, may become numb or tingly. When touched from the side, the shoulder will feel soft, as though the underlying bone was gone.
5. Most people dislocated their shoulders sometime during their life.
In reality, only one to two percent of people dislocate their shoulders in their life. Most of these cases occur in males ages 20 to 30. Though contact sports are often the cause, elderly women are also prone to dislocating their shoulders as a result of falling. Getting professional care and applying basic first aid are the first things to do when a dislocated shoulder is suspected. Though relatively rare, it's a good idea to always be prepared when playing sports in case an injury does