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Prevalence

Prevalence

Primary shoulder dislocate peaks in the second and sixth decade 98% of cases, shoulder displaces anteriorly 2% of cases, shoulder displaces posteriorly 95% of first-time shoulder dislocations result from either a forceful collision, falling on an outstretched arm or a...
Movement Faults

Movement Faults

  A common movement fault seen in patients that have labral tears is an anteriorly translated humerus. This can be caused from a tight posterior capsule pushing the head of the humerus forward. (Click image to watch 1-2 minute video)
Special Tests

Special Tests

    There are many tests to assess if a patient has a labral tear or not. How do you know which one to choose?! Biceps load II has a very high specificity which means that it is an excellent special test for ruling in a labral tear. (Click image to watch 1-2...
Treatment & Therapeutic Exercise

Treatment & Therapeutic Exercise

    Treatment depends on stage and irritability of the patient. If the patient has low irritability and primary range of motion impairments have been addressed, it is important to work on movement retraining. This exercise focuses on keeping the head of the...
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