[Treatment of shoulder dislocation]

Dislocation of the shoulder joint occurs usually for a young man during a sports or leisure accident. The diagnosis should be confirmed by radiography, and reposition of an acute dislocation should be commenced without unnecessary delay. The starting point for a successful procedure is good muscle relaxation and pain management either with systemic or topical medication. Use of excessive power should be avoided during reposition and success of the procedure must always be verified by radiography. Excessive immobilization should be avoided after the reposition, and rehabilitation should be carried out in a controlled manner.