Dislocated Shoulder Treatment in India
About Dislocated Shoulder
Key Highlights
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Immediate relief from severe pain and deformity.Restores normal joint anatomy and function.Prevents long-term complications like recurrent dislocations or arthritis.Often performed as a non-surgical (closed) procedure in an emergency setting.Customized rehabilitation plans help regain full strength and mobility.
Who is this surgery for?
- Acute traumatic shoulder dislocation from a fall, sports injury, or accident.
- Recurrent (habitual) shoulder dislocations with minimal force.
- Dislocation associated with a significant fracture (e.g., Bankart lesion, Hill-Sachs defect).
- Failed closed reduction due to soft tissue interposition.
- Persistent instability, pain, or weakness despite conservative management.
How to prepare
- Immediate medical evaluation with physical exam and X-rays to confirm diagnosis and check for fractures.
- Administration of pain relief and muscle relaxants, often with sedation or anesthesia for the reduction.
- Discussion of medical history, especially regarding previous dislocations or shoulder issues.
- For surgical cases: Pre-operative tests (blood work, ECG), fasting instructions, and cessation of certain medications as advised.
- Arranging for assistance and post-procedure care at home.
Risks & possible complications
- Damage to nerves (axillary nerve) or blood vessels around the shoulder.
- Recurrent dislocations, especially in young, active patients.
- Stiffness, frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), or loss of range of motion.
- Arthritis in the joint over time (post-traumatic osteoarthritis).
- Infection, bleeding, or adverse reaction to anesthesia (more common with surgery).
- Failure of reduction or incomplete reduction requiring further intervention.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial immobilization in a sling for 1-4 weeks, depending on severity and patient age.
- Gradual, guided physical therapy starts early to prevent stiffness and progresses to strengthening.
- Pain management with prescribed medications and ice application to reduce swelling.
- Avoidance of overhead activities, heavy lifting, and contact sports for several weeks to months.
- Follow-up appointments and imaging to monitor healing, especially post-surgery.
- Full recovery and return to sports/ strenuous activity may take 3-6 months or longer.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
6 weeks to 6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering dislocated shoulder in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for dislocated shoulder in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform dislocated shoulder. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for dislocated shoulder compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Dislocated Shoulder in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing dislocated shoulder.
Hyderabad, India
67 Doctors
Olivia Brown, a 28-year-old elementary school...
Olivia Brown, a 28-year-old elementary school teacher and avid weekend rock climber, felt a sickening pop and immediate, searing pain in her right shoulder after slipping on a wet hold at her local climbing gym. She presented to the ER with her arm held protectively across her body, unable to move it. An X-ray confirmed an anterior shoulder dislocation. The ER physician recommended a closed reduction procedure to manually guide the humeral head back into the shoulder socket. After receiving sedation for pain and muscle relaxation, an orthopedic resident performed a gentle traction-countertraction maneuver. Olivia felt immense relief as the joint 'clunked' back into place. Post-reduction, her arm was placed in a sling. She followed up with an orthopedic surgeon who prescribed a structured physical therapy program. After six weeks of diligent rehab, she regained nearly full range of motion and strength, though she was cautious about returning to climbing. Emotionally, she transitioned from acute fear and frustration at her sudden vulnerability to a profound sense of gratitude for her body's ability to heal and a newfound respect for joint stability.
Orthopedists for Dislocated Shoulder
Explore experienced orthopedists who regularly perform dislocated shoulder and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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