Shoulder Dislocation

The shoulder dislocation (more accurately termed a glenohumeral joint dislocation) involves separation of the humerus from the glenoid of the scapula at the glenohumeral joint.

This article contains a general discussion on shoulder dislocation. For specific dislocation types please refer to the following articles:

anterior shoulder dislocation (95% of shoulder dislocations)
posterior shoulder dislocation
inferior shoulder dislocation

A dislocated shoulder is an injury in which your upper arm bone pops out of the cup-shaped socket that's part of your shoulder blade. The shoulder is the body's most mobile joint, which makes it susceptible to dislocation. If you suspect a dislocated shoulder, seek prompt medical attention.0