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Shoulder Dislocation Rehabilitation in Ringwood
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Identifying a Shoulder Dislocation: Signs & How We Diagnose It
Dislocated shoulders typically result from high-impact collisions, awkward landings, or uncontrolled overhead movement — especially in contact and throwing sports.
Common symptoms include:
- Sudden, intense shoulder pain
- Deformed appearance or “dropped” arm
- Inability to lift or rotate the arm
- Pins and needles or numbness in the arm
- Ongoing looseness or fear of movement
Diagnosis may involve X-rays (to rule out fractures) and an MRI if we suspect soft tissue damage like a labral tear. Our experienced physiotherapists in Ringwood will perform a detailed shoulder stability assessment and develop your rehab plan accordingly.
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Shoulder Dislocations Often Come With More Than One Injury
We regularly see shoulder dislocations complicated by additional structural damage, which may alter your rehab or require surgical input. These include:
Bankart Lesions: Tearing of the labrum from the glenoid socket
Hill-Sachs Lesions: Indentations in the humeral head due to dislocation impact
SLAP Tears: Superior labrum injuries common in throwing and overhead sports
General Labral Tears: Affecting shoulder stability and motion
Fractures: Including bony Bankart or glenoid rim fractures
Our Ringwood physios are trained to detect these and refer you for further imaging or surgical review if necessary.
Do You Need Surgery After a Shoulder Dislocation?
Surgical intervention is typically considered if the shoulder remains unstable after the initial dislocation — especially in younger, high-contact athletes.
Common procedures include:
Anterior Stabilisation (Bankart Repair)
A minimally invasive procedure to reattach the torn labrum and tighten the joint capsule. Often recommended after repeated dislocations.
Latarjet Procedure
Used when bone loss contributes to instability. A portion of the coracoid bone is transferred to the front of the shoulder socket for added stability.
We work closely with post-op athletes to ensure a safe, progressive return to sport after either procedure.
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Why You Should Start Rehab Early
Delaying rehab after a shoulder dislocation increases your risk of long-term instability and re-injury. Our clients in Ringwood benefit from early intervention that focuses on:
Restoring stability and control
The longer your shoulder remains weak, the higher your chance of redislocation — especially during contact or overhead sport.
Avoiding stiffness and range loss
Shoulders can tighten quickly post-injury. Without proper guidance, you risk losing mobility which is hard to get back
Rebuilding muscle and strength
Rotator cuff and scapular muscles weaken rapidly. Early activation prevents wasting and speeds up your return to the gym and then to training.
Correcting movement patterns
After injury, many athletes develop poor compensations that increase injury risk elsewhere. These compensatory muscles normally take control and can be prime drivers of neck pain, shoulder pain or chest pain.
Minimising time off sport
The faster you start, the sooner you can begin controlled training and reduce time away from competition.
Who will be looking after your rehab?
How It Works
You Play Sport, We Do The Rest
Contact Us
Contact us by phone, email, or via the contact form.
If via email, please provide any imaging or reports that you have so we can provide you with clear advice.
Tell Us Your Needs
We will discuss where you are at in your rehab over the phone prior to attending your first appointment
Initial Appointment
Assessment of your shoulder to determine your injury and your rehab plan.
We may refer you to additional scans or a surgical opinion at this point.
Advanced Rehab Membership
Although it is not vital to be a member to work with us, it is highly recommended for a fast rehab and to get the best bang for your buck.
Why Athletes Choose Pivot Sports Performance?
✅ Individualised, 1:1 Rehab — Full focus on your rehab plan every time you're in your 1:1 appointment.
✅ Sport-Specific Progressions — Rehab that reflects your game demands.
✅ Elite-Level Return Testing — Strength ratios, overhead control, video movement analysis.
✅ Private Health and Sports Insurance Rebates Available — All sessions eligible for claiming under physio cover.
✅ Convenient Location in Ringwood — Close to Croydon, Mitcham, Heathmont and Eastern suburbs with free parking.
Testimonial
Here's What Our Athletes Are Saying
Meagan Kiely
M. Physiotherapy
B. Health Science
Meagan is a Physiotherapist with 5+ years experience treating sport and musculoskeletal injuries.
Meagan has a keen interest in sports injuries & has experience treating a wide range of conditions. She’s passionate about educating and inspiring her patients, and guiding them through the process of achieving their goals. She aims to keep people doing what they love, and simply modify activity where possible.
Meagan has experience playing professional sport, having recently retired from Richmond FC after 4 seasons. She is a previous VFLW captain and B&F, and has a wealth of knowledge in and around high performance sport.
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Session-To-Session Pricing
$155
Initial Consultation (45 minutes)
$117
Subsequent Consult* (30 minutes)
*for the same injury *
*Following your consultation, your private health care fund will be swiped and the gap will be charged.
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Shoulder Dislocation Rehab FAQs
Do I need surgery after my first dislocation?
Not always. We often manage first-time dislocations with rehab alone. Repeat injuries, severe instability, or labral damage may require surgical consultation.Additionally, your age is considered when thinking about surgery as it is a risk factor for whether you are likely going to dislocate your shoulder again.
How long will rehab take after a shoulder dislocation?
It depends on the injury and sport. Non-surgical cases often take 8–12 weeks. Post-surgical or contact sport return may extend to 16+ weeks with full clearance testing.
Can I still lift or train during rehab?
Absolutely. We modify your program to maintain lower body and general conditioning — keeping you fit while your shoulder heals. You will still be able to do lower body strength and power training, bike or other cross training for conditioning, and opposite arm strength training.
Our No Risk
Guarantee
At the end of your initial treatment, your action plan will be discussed and a expected recovery time will be established. If you have not recovered in that time, lived up to the expectations and there have been no unforeseen events, we will continue to rehabilitate your injury without additional charge!
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23 Clements Ave, Bundoora, 3083
Ringwood Location
Unit 1/7 Oban Road, Ringwood, 3134
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