How Do You Relocate a Dislocated Shoulder Blade?
According to the Mayo Clinic, a dislocated shoulder occurs when the arm pops out of the cup-shaped socket that makes up part of your shoulder blade. A dislocated shoulder is not to be confused with a separated shoulder, which is where the ligaments in the shoulder stretch or tear, but the arm does not pop out from the shoulder-blade socket. Consider Your Options It is always wiser to consult a doctor rather than try to relocate the shoulder blade yourself. If you are in an emergency situation and cannot get to the doctor, call 911 and a paramedic or doctor can walk you through the process of relocating your shoulder blade. If you relocate your shoulder blade yourself, you risk the chance of further injury and a difficult recovery, although it is possible, with the help of a partner, to relocate, or “pop in” your shoulder blade if it has been dislocated. Relocating a Shoulder at Home Have your partner hold the upper arm, just below the afflicted area. According to the National Center fo
