Shoulder Instability

Shoulder instability/laxity can be acquired or congenital, and can be in one or multiple planes. Patients tend to have increased mobility of the shoulder joint, and may have been told they are "double jointed."  The instability may present as a general feeling of looseness in the shoulder(s), or as recurring subluxations (when the shoulder 'pops out' of joint and back in), or dislocations (when the shoulder 'pops out' of joint and stays out, requiring a trained professional to put it back in). If the instability is left untreated, excess movement of the shoulder could lead to damage to the surrounding tissue and subsequent degenerative disease.  Exercise to strengthen the surrounding tissues to increase stability is important; however, improper exercise can further exacerbate your condition.  PPT’s staff will assess the shoulder, and guide their patients through the proper recovery process. 

Associated symptoms:

  • Shoulder looseness
  • Shoulder instability
  • Shoulder pain
  • Recurring subluxations or dislocations
  • Weakness of the shoulder complex
  • Swelling of the shoulder
  • Radiating numbness or tingling

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