Glenohumeral Dislocation

Glenohumeral dislocations can cause sudden shoulder pain and instability. Dr Edoardo Giovannetti De Sanctis, orthopaedic shoulder surgeon based in Nice, treats international patients across the French Riviera with expert reduction techniques, surgical repair if needed, and personalised rehabilitation plans.

A glenohumeral dislocation occurs when the head of the humerus is forced out of the shoulder socket, typically due to trauma, sports injuries, or sudden falls.

This condition causes immediate, intense pain, visible deformity, and an inability to move the arm. Because the shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, it is also particularly vulnerable to instability and recurrent dislocations.

Prompt medical evaluation is crucial to reposition the joint safely and to prevent long-term complications, such as chronic instability or nerve damage.