Shoulder Instability

Symptoms

• Pain in the shoulder joint
• A feeling of the shoulder slipping out of place
• Looseness in the shoulder
• Numbness or tingling in the arm or hand

Causes

• Repetitive overhead motions, such as throwing or painting a ceiling
• Acute trauma or strain, such as a fall or sudden blow to the shoulder
• Genetic conditions that cause loose ligaments in the shoulders
• Prior injury or weakened muscles surrounding the joint
• Wear and tear over time with aging