Is Your Shoulder Separated? All You Need To Know!

[@SherrickDuncan]

Bob & Brad I just wamt to say that my shoulder has been in severe pain for almost 5 years and I could not afford to even be seen by a doctor. I tried you shoulder hanging exercise and my grip strength was too week so I tried those wrist strap hooks you recommended to hold the bar for me. My shoulder now feels fine for several hours to several days after everytime I shoulder hang now. And now I can do it for 30 or 60 seconds unassisted by the straps hooks even. I am so so so grateful to you for teaching me this free solution.

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to hear it!! So glad you finally got some relief!

[@anyascelticcreations]

As someone who who is extremely hypermobil, my shoulders don't stay put very well. Years ago a chiropractor swore that they must have been dislocated many times before because they were so loose. It's better now that I'm 47. I've also done quite a bit of external rotation with bands which helped a lot. And I now sleep on an all memory foam mattress with an additional softer memory foam pad on top. That helps a TON. (Yes, I sleep on my side.) If anyone else has this problem I highly recommend the memory foam mattress and the external rotation with the bands. The rest of the exercises would cause me pain. But maybe they would help some people to heal.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks for the recommendation and sharing what works!

[@wendyrowland7787]

I think this is the explanation I have been looking for. My shoulder goes up out of alignment when doing the exercises much to the annoyance of the physio. I explained that my brain keeps telling it not to, but my shoulder isn’t listening. Thank you, I am currently successfully doing high arm exercises holding onto baked bean tins trying to improve my strength for the mobility aids I need for my hip surgery.

[@BobandBrad]

Happy we could help :)

[@jkell42]

I just separated my shoulder… the bone was pointing diagonally and ED dr thought it was a grade 3. I still haven’t seen the surgeon, but the bone has gone back into the joint and I am wearing a sling. Hope to be able to do some of your suggested exercises soon. Ice and Advil are good friends!

[@fusrodah4996]

Hello, I would be very grateful if you could answer, it was a 3rd degree injury after the accident and I am currently on the 2nd day. Surprisingly, I sleep comfortably and when I stand upright, the pain is almost gone and I do not need to use painkillers. My left shoulder has shifted upwards by 11mm but the doctors told me that they did not know for sure whether the joint was fractured or not and that I should wait 10 days and then go back for an interview. When I looked at my own chart on the internet, I saw this article FINDINGS: Imaging of the left clavicle, shoulder, and humerus was obtained. Widening of the acromioclavicular joint space was noted, measuring up to 11 mm, with widening of the coracoclavicular interval, compatible with type III acromioclavicular joint injury. Post reduction imaging shows alignment of the acromioclavicular joint. Impression: Successful reduction of type III acromioclavicular joint injury. No acute fractures. Did you have surgery, if not, what is your situation? Now when I relax my shoulders I can see the bone sticking out a little bit, "ac joint bump", but when I stand up straight there is no protrusion and it does not cause pain. I just shared my own impressions and I was wondering if it matches yours. I would be very happy if you could give me information about the process. Stay healthy.

[@jkell42]

@@fusrodah4996 I had shoulder surgery in December and then took 3 months of recovery ❤️‍🩹. I have full range of motion and no pain anymore, but I would say the joint is still “unstable” when I dive/swim in the water, my left arm drifts a little. But I am pretty happy with results, the scar is minimal, and I just have a tiny bump where the graft was tied in a knot. Your injury sounds much less severe than mine, hopefully you don’t need surgery and can be back to full activity soon!

[@fusrodah4996]

@@jkell42 Since the surgery costs in America are very high, it seems very difficult for me to have surgery. My roommate is a 2nd year medical student, his father is a doctor, I have another friend in the 5th year and I asked all of them and showed them my results. It seems like I probably won't need surgery but I don't know what time will bring. Maybe I should make a video series and inform people :) It is an injury that wears people out mentally more than health. If my arm is broken, it is put in a cast and heals, but this even if it heals, seeing the bulge there without surgery disrupts a person's psychology. Even if I don't notice it, seeing it in the mirror is a bad experience. I am trying to get used to it. I have to think positively, it could be worse, most doctors say there is no difference in function after the first year between recovery without surgery and recovery with surgery. Surgery can only be for aesthetics, but I still think it is worth it. If I can get the insurance to pay for it, I am thinking of having surgery, even though I hate surgeries.

[@fusrodah4996]

@@jkell42 Thank you very much for your good wishes and your return. I plan to gradually start my activities after resting for about 2 months. Which type of surgery did you choose and how much did you pay? Did you go to physiotherapy after the surgery and how much did you pay for it? (If you do not live in America, you do not have to give price information. I live in Texas)

[@jkell42]

@@fusrodah4996 I have pretty good insurance, the ac surgery was $1500 out of pocket, then pt sessions were $30 each. Ask around for PT recommendations, my first one wasn’t a good match. But loved my 2nd place.

[@nean9894]

I used to have much trouble with injuries when i was younger and would dislocate joints frequently and spend quite a bit of time in physical therapy for it I learned a lot from it and eventually i was able to avoid a lot of the things that put stress on my joints

[@BobandBrad]

great to hear!

[@ramilopez6921]

Do you have a video on Shoulder Tendonitis. I'd like to know how reduce my pain. Thank you

[@1corinthians-138]

Calcific tendinitis is what I have. It's horrible during the night. I went to PT for a few months and just continue the exercises and some that I got from this channel. It's over a year for me, but it's slowly getting better. Don't wait to start like I did.

[@pblinham5741]

I also have this problem

[@BobandBrad]

Here's a video for you to try: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWmQo6innbCbfJY

[@ramilopez6921]

@@BobandBrad thank you so much for the video I’ll get on it right away. Do you have a video for arthritis of the thumbs. I can’t take anti inflammatories so I’m looking for some relief so as to avoid getting the shots in my thumb joints?

[@arthurmeyersconstruc]

Thank you Once again. My 75 year old black belt karate / plumbers body has been through hell.

[@BobandBrad]

Happy to help !

[@jockojohn3294]

My girlfriends shoulder separated......and ran after a FEDEX delivery truck yesterday......luckily, I'm pretty good with a rope and managed to catch it and bring it back home before it got lost in the neighborhood, after all a loose shoulder without an eye to see with, could get in all kinds of trouble.....

[@nde-mt2yc]

Thank the Lord for your magical rope...

[@LTVoyager]

Too bad your rope didn’t catch your brain when it separated…

[@BobandBrad]

O-M-G!

[@troycantrell1549]

I have a broken collar bone and it healed.Didnt do the surgery, was kind of wondering if thats why i ache on that side?Fidk

[@BobandBrad]

I'm sorry to hear that, it could be the reason, we wouldn't know for sure without knowing your story, body history, etc.

[@liscovell6947]

What happens/does it mean when you can pop it out all on your own. I had first noticed that I could do that around 13 years old.

[@BobandBrad]

Here's a video that may be helpful for you to try: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4m8qYSkodN-ors

[@saadshakir3346]

Hello Bob and Brad. I had a grade 3 ac separation years ago. I rehab'd and it felt great a few years later I stopped lifting weights regularly. Every few days my shoulder and areas surrounding my armpits is sore, back and front and hurts. Any tips for that? I've used your chair technique for the impingement, and now gonna start using the bands again.

[@tylerginter6235]

I separated/ fractured my clavicle about 17 years ago now. I’m now having issues with the same shoulder mostly seems like muscles on the back side/ shoulder blade.. is this common? No pain just discomfort/ tightness. I almost feel like I have a big rubber band around me that won’t loosen up. I have to use a theracane and foam roller a lot to feel any comfort.

[@BobandBrad]

It can happen, yes, sounds like you are doing a good job trying to keep it loose

[@0839westy]

I got body slammed last January and have a grade 5 complete shoulder separation. I'm 62 and my orthopedic surgeon wants me to repair it surgically because he thinks I'll regret it in the future. I'm still on the fence about the surgery. What would you do?

[@nde-mt2yc]

Get the surgery...

[@BobandBrad]

it sounds like that may be the best option, however without being able to see you, this is just a guess. Your professional in your area would know your situation best so if that's what they say, we would probably agree.

[@samahmed4739]

I have shoulder pain due to car accident what do I do, I feel my shoulder out of place, can you help me or give some kind of advice

[@BobandBrad]

Here's a link to our shoulder program - scroll through the titles and watch the ones that sound like what you are going through: www.bobandbrad.com/shoulder

[@peetos-chan2835]

Why does my arm feel like it slowly pulls out of socket when my arms hang during exercise? Or when I push my elbows against my sides.

[@Guts_Brando]

Do you train your muscles around those areas? If not then hanging will be heavy

[@BobandBrad]

It could be because your body is not used to this movement, however you may want to consult your doctor to make sure there isn't anything else going on.

[@kulwindersingh9492]

Sir, can i get an appointment please.

[@BobandBrad]

We are unable to take on new patients at this time

[@rajamaqsood7641]

Great work sir

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!

[@ccinndierella9]

Is any of that what you call double jointed? You can pull it out and put it back in place?

[@BobandBrad]

The ligaments & joints become loose in double jointed.

[@aloujung7937]

Pointy bone on top of shoulder seems high and feels like it was hit with ball peen hammer. I can move arm well. Fine if nothing touching it, but even heavy clothing hurts. Could that be separated shoulder??

[@carmeloxuereb8733]

Spot on.

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!

[@cziffra1980]

Does this tend to link to other conditions? I have had huge issues with scapular winging, as well as symptoms of impingement and thoracic outlet syndrome. I only just came across this condition but my acromium visibly detaches and drops down, when I relax that arm. Is this likely a root cause of all the other issues? I think I've had this for many years. As long as I can remember I couldn't stabilise properly for press-ups on that arm.

[@rabbittimetosmile7183]

You two are awesome... thanks you much

[@BobandBrad]

You are very welcome!

[@markfromcanada37]

can you explain a torn rotator cuff?

[@nde-mt2yc]

Go see a shoulder specialist, Dr will send you to get an MRI. An X-ray will not show a torn Rotator Cuff... I have experience with this...

[@BobandBrad]

I have added this to our to do list!

[@BobandBrad]

@@nde-mt2yc Thanks for sharing!

[@joeygomez4673]

I have a dislocated shoulder blade any exercises for that ?

[@BobandBrad]

You can try this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aH60c4GjqN1gmtE

[@generaldurandal3568]

What causes your shoulder to lower, and stay lowered? My right shoulder is lower then my left shoulder. I only noticed that it was lower last year at some point. It hasn't hurt at any point, but my shoulders used to be leveled.

[@BobandBrad]

Heres a video that can explain that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r32amaOAippjp8U

[@Rainy_Day12234]

I separated my shoulder thirty years ago and I regret not having surgery to repair it.

[@joeygomez4673]

Why can’t you have surgery on it ?

[@BobandBrad]

Sorry to hear that!

[@channaking6026]

Hi sir I'm from India ....my friend getting lower back pain in 10 years still she having pain 🥺 she taken lot of tablets and injection but no use please help us .... She is girl age 23... Any suggestions sir .... Im waiting for your reply ..... Please help us🙏

[@BobandBrad]

Here are a couple videos you can try: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnq0haJpfb6JjKs kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3i2in5-jLGdfNE

[@adrianaespinoza3513]

I foam rolled my back all the way down, and now ive been in pain for 4 days. what do i do?

[@BobandBrad]

sorry to hear this! Try to just give it a little rest first, you may have done it too hard.

[@dianechilds6107]

My shoulder pain is acute and sudden. Not sure what I do to make all that pain. It’s so bad all I can do I pound it with my opposite fist a few times. Then it settles down! Still sore and I try not to use it and by the next day it’s usually back to normal. I wonder if that’s separated shoulder?

[@BobandBrad]

It could be ...

[@YondaimeApproved]

Thank you 🙏🙂

[@lerniewojack8348]

Do you offer the band's to purchase? If not where would I find them?

[@BobandBrad]

Here is a link to our resistance bands: Resistance Bands: amzn.to/3ACqEWI

[@Guts_Brando]

Nothing some Flex Tape can can't fix

[@BobandBrad]

:)

[@dawng.8836]

What does it mean when the front of the collar bone sticks out at the throat?

[@BobandBrad]

We would have to suggest you see your physician

[@walkertongdee]

Separated his whole arm is like not there dudes.

[@BobandBrad]

🤨

[@MizRuthie]

👍

[@BobandBrad]

:)

[@rabbittimetosmile7183]

Yessssssssssss

[@BobandBrad]

Thanks!!

[@zainabbushra7261]

👍👍👍

[@BobandBrad]

thanks!

[@learlear1143]

stop those promotional words. stupid title indeed. only made to attract views and make you money and make people worry, but you dont care about their worries. i dont respect both of you anymore

[@BobandBrad]

sorry to hear that! best of luck!