Joint-Dislocation of shoulder: Its cause, diagnose and first aid treatment

Dislocation of shoulder: Its cause, diagnose and first aid treatment

It is caused by a fall on the shoulder or a wrenching force to the upper limb.

The condition is diagnosed by the following features.

1. There is severe pain in the shoulder joint.
2. Move the limb because of the pain. He casualty often supports the limb at the elbow by the other hand, and tilts his had that side.
3. The shoulder appears flat and angular.

First Aid

1. Place the victim in sitting position.
2. Place the affected limb across his chest in a position of minimum pain.
3. Place soft padding between the arm and the chest.
4. Do not try to reduce the dislocation.
5. Do not give him anything orally.
6. Shift him to a hospital immediately.