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TRAUMA & FRACTURES

Dislocations

A joint forced out of place, most often the shoulder, elbow or a finger. Prompt treatment puts it back safely and protects the nerves and ligaments around it.

Joint out of place
Severe pain
Can’t move joint
Swelling
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AFFECTED AREA
Shoulder, elbow, fingers
MAIN SIGN
Joint out of place
FIRST STEP
Prompt reduction
IF UNSTABLE
Repair surgery
OVERVIEW

What is a dislocation?

A dislocation happens when the bones of a joint are pushed out of their normal position, usually by a fall, sports injury or accident. The ligaments holding the joint are stretched or torn, and sometimes a bone is broken too. Some joints, especially the shoulder, can dislocate again if they are not treated properly.

Common symptoms

  • Joint looks out of place or deformed
  • Severe pain after an injury
  • Can't move the joint
  • Swelling and bruising

Go to emergency now if

  • A joint looks out of place
  • The limb is numb, cold or pale
  • There is a wound over the joint
  • Don't try to push it back yourself
TREATMENT

How it's treated

Reduction & support

  • Joint gently put back in place
  • Done with pain relief or sedation
  • X-ray to confirm position
  • Sling, splint or strapping to rest it

Surgery is advised when

  • The joint keeps dislocating
  • There is a fracture with the dislocation
  • Ligaments are badly torn
  • The joint can't be put back without surgery
RECOVERY

What to expect

Weeks 1–3

Rest the joint

A sling or splint protects the joint while the soft tissues settle.
Weeks 3–6

Regain movement

Physiotherapy gently restores movement without stressing the healing ligaments.
Months 2–3+

Strength & stability

Strengthening exercises help prevent another dislocation before returning to sport.

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Trauma & Fractures

Dislocations

A joint forced out of place, most often the shoulder, elbow or a finger. Prompt treatment puts it back safely and protects the nerves and ligaments around it.

Joint out of place
Severe pain
Can't move the joint
Swelling
Book a consultation
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Quick facts
Affected area
Shoulder, elbow, fingers
Main sign
Joint out of place
First step
Prompt reduction
If unstable
Repair surgery
Overview

What is a dislocation?

A dislocation happens when the bones of a joint are pushed out of their normal position, usually from a fall, a sports injury or an accident.

The ligaments that support the joint are stretched or torn, and a bone may also be broken. Some joints, especially the shoulder, can dislocate again if the first injury isn’t treated properly.

Common signs

  • The joint looks out of place or deformed
  • Severe pain after an injury
  • You can't move the joint
  • Swelling and bruising

Go to emergency straight away if:

Do not try to push the joint back yourself. Go to Bajwa Hospital Emergency or call Rescue 1122.

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  • The joint looks out of place
  • The limb is numb, cold or pale
  • There is a wound over the joint
  • Pain is severe and you can't move it
Treatment

How a dislocation is treated

Reduction & support

How most dislocations are treated.

  • The joint is gently put back in place
  • Pain relief or sedation during the reduction
  • An X-ray to confirm it is aligned
  • A sling, splint or strapping to rest the joint

When surgery is advised

Only in some cases.

  • The joint keeps dislocating
  • There is a fracture as well
  • The ligaments are badly torn
  • The joint can't be put back without surgery
The Reduction

Putting the joint back

1

Pain relief

Pain relief or sedation is given so you are comfortable.

2

Reduction

The joint is gently guided back into position.

3

X-ray

An X-ray confirms the joint is aligned and checks for a fracture.

4

Support

A sling, splint or strapping rests the joint while it heals.

Recovery

Your recovery timeline

Recovery depends on the joint and how badly the ligaments were hurt.

WEEKS 1–3
  • Rest the joint in a sling or splint
  • Let the soft tissues settle
WEEKS 3–6
  • Physiotherapy to restore movement
  • Without stressing the healing ligaments
MONTHS 2–3+
  • Strengthening exercises for stability
  • Lowers the risk of dislocating again
  • Then a gradual return to sport
Your Surgeon

Dr. Faheem Mubashir Farooqi

MBBS, MS (Ortho) · Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a Fellowship in Hand & Upper-Limb Surgery. An orthopaedic trauma specialist in Lahore with over 15 years of experience.
PMDC Verified
Gold Medalist, KEMU
15+ years
Bajwa Hospital
356 Kashmir Block, Allama Iqbal Town
Daily 4:00–6:00 PM
Chughtai Medical Center
Shalimar Link Road, Lahore
Mon–Fri 8:30–10:30 PM
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