ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONSHOULDER CARE
Shoulder dislocation
A shoulder dislocation occurs when the ball comes out of its socket. Some shoulders continue to feel unstable or dislocate again. Assessment considers previous episodes, your activities and any damage to the supporting tissues or bone.
Treatment may include rehabilitation or an operation to improve stability. Dr Tu’s surgical options include arthroscopic stabilisation and the Latarjet procedure. The recommendation is tailored to the pattern of instability and your needs.
Recovery involves protecting the shoulder and gradually restoring movement and strength before returning to demanding work or sport.
Patient guides & recovery
Arthroscopic stabilisation: patient guidePDF ↗Latarjet procedure: patient guidePDF ↗Arthroscopic stabilisation: postoperative protocolPDF ↗Latarjet procedure: postoperative protocolPDF ↗Planning your recovery
Risks vary by procedure and can include infection, nerve injury and anaesthetic complications. Outcomes and recovery times differ between patients.
Use the protocol specified by Dr Tu for your procedure. Your individual instructions take priority; contact the rooms if you are unsure which document applies.
Dr Tu will discuss the benefits, risks and recovery appropriate to your circumstances.
