Even with the best care, however, dislocation can reoccur. If a dislocation occurs a second time in the same shoulder, especially with less trauma, you should be evaluated for the possibility of a tearing away of other structures in your shoulder. If this is the situation, you may need surgical repair to prevent returning shoulder dislocations. Clinical Procedures in Emergency Medicine. Medicine is a constantly changing science and not all therapies are clearly established.
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