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Lead
University of Colorado, Denver
The purpose of this study is to compare immobilization in internal versus external rotation after first time anterior shoulder dislocation, and thereby increase our knowledge about the best standard of care.
Age
14–30
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
14 to 30 years of age
Willing to participate in follow-up for at least two years
Acute, first-time, traumatic, isolated anterior dislocation of the shoulder
You may not be if
Previous instability of the affected shoulder
A history of significant ligamentous laxity or demonstrated multi-directional instability of the opposite shoulder
Inability or unwillingness to comply with sling immobilization, rehabilitative protocol, or required follow-up assessments
Incompetent or unwilling to consent
A medical condition making the patient unable to wear a sling
Significant associated fracture (Exception Hill Sachs of \>20% or bony Bankart lesions\>10%)
Neurovascular compromise of the affected limb
Concomitant ipsilateral upper extremity injuries which may affect the patient's ability to participate in, or benefit from, a rehabilitative program.
Clareo Health | Immobilization in External Rotation After First Time Anterior Shoulder Dislocation
