Diseases and Conditions
Dislocated shoulder
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle and home remedies
Preparing for an appointment
Diagnosis
During the physical exam, your doctor will inspect the affected area for tenderness, swelling or deformity. An X-ray of your shoulder joint will show the dislocation and may reveal broken bones or other damage to your shoulder joint.
