Shoulder Dislocation and Treatment
The shoulder joint, due to its shallow ball-and-socket structure, is the most frequently dislocated major joint in the human body. Dislocation usually occurs when the upper arm bone (humerus) slips forward out of the joint.

Common Treatment
The first step is to put the shoulder back into its proper position, a process called reduction.

After this, the arm is typically immobilized in a sling for a few weeks to allow healing.

When Surgery Is Needed
Sometimes, the shoulder may dislocate repeatedly. This condition is called an unstable shoulder.

If strengthening exercises and non-surgical methods don’t prevent further dislocations, surgery may be recommended.

Surgical Options
Arthroscopic surgery (minimally invasive) is usually performed in early cases to repair the damaged tissues and stabilize the joint.

In more advanced or recurrent cases, open surgery may be necessary.

One common open surgery is the Latarjet procedure, where a small bone fragment is transferred to the weakened edge of the socket (glenoid rim) to improve stability and prevent future dislocations.