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• Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
• Shoulder Instability
• Reoccurring Dislocations
• Posterior Dislocation
• Multidirectional Instability Signs and Symptoms
• Shoulder Tendonitis and Impingement
• Rotator Cuff Tears
• Acromioclavicular Separation (Separated Shoulder)
• Labral Tears

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Multidirectional Instability Signs and Symptoms

Signs of ligamentous laxity are present. Pain and weakness are present in the shoulder that subluxes (partially moves out of joint) forward, backward, or downward. A positive “sulcus sign” is present on examination by a medical professional.

Most patients respond well with physical therapy. Rarely surgery is indicated because it is hard to stabilize the shoulder in all directions.

Possible Treatments

• Active Assistive Range of Motion 
• Aerobic/Endurance Exercise 
• Core Strengthening 
• Cryotherapy or Cold Therapy 
• Electrotherapeutic Modalities
• Isometric Exercise 
• Proprioception Exercises 
• Physical Agents
• Shoulder Active Range of Motion 
• Shoulder Joint Mobilization 
• Shoulder Passive Range of Motion 
• Shoulder Resistive Range of Motion 

Possible Treatment Goals

• Decrease Risk of Reoccurrence
• Improve Fitness
• Improve Function
• Improve Muscle Strength and Power
• Improve Proprioception
• Self-care of Symptoms
• Improve Safety
• Improve Tolerance for Prolonged Activities
• Improve Wound Healing

Additional Resources

• 3d Anatomy of the Shoulder

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