What is shoulder subluxation?
A partial shoulder dislocation (subluxation) occurs when the head of the upper arm bone (humerus) is partially out of the socket (glenoid). This can cause pain, swelling, weakness, and decreased range of motion.
How do members experience shoulder subluxation?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with shoulder subluxation*
Common symptoms
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Fatigue
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Pain
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Stress
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for shoulder subluxation*
Who has shoulder subluxation on PatientsLikeMe?
Age | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
<20 | 0 | |
20s | 3 | |
30s | 19 | |
40s | 15 | |
50s | 26 | |
60s | 14 | |
70+ | 10 |
Distribution of sex
Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
Male | 25 | |
Female | 63 |