Re: More shoulder promblems

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In a message dated 2/20/04 7:31:50 PM Eastern Standard Time,

sicklizard@... writes:

<< Would you believe that

something as simple as looking into my fridge to get some lunch

caused my shoulder joint to dislocate inferior (down) and anterior

(forward)? I couldn't believe how easily it went out so severely . >>

Hi Jo,

This happens to my brother a lot. You can't even step on the brakes in the

car too quickly or it pops out. He usually holds his shoulder in place when he

bends over so it won't come out. He has learned to get it back in most of

the time himself. He hangs his arm over the back of a chair and drops a large

weight into his hand which works well. If he is around others we know how to

do it. He can't run to the emergency room that often.

I am so sorry to hear you are going through this. I know how painful this is

from trying to help my brother. He is much better at managing it now, but

initially it was very difficult. I am keeping you in my prayers Jo.

Hugs,

Sue