29/05/2026
🚨 Does your shoulder feel like it’s going to “slip out” when you shoot, tackle, lift, or reach overhead?
You might be dealing with Shoulder Instability.
Shoulder instability occurs when the ball of the shoulder joint doesn’t stay securely centered in the socket. This can happen after a dislocation, subluxation (partial dislocation), or from repetitive overhead sports like basketball, volleyball, swimming, and football.
🔍 Common Signs & Symptoms:
✅ Feeling like the shoulder is loose or unstable
✅ Pain with overhead movements
✅ Recurrent dislocations or “slipping” episodes
✅ Clicking, clunking, or catching sensations
✅ Reduced confidence during sport or training
✅ Weakness or loss of power
🧪 How We Assess It:
1️⃣ Detailed injury history
2️⃣ Range of motion assessment
3️⃣ Strength testing
4️⃣ Stability and apprehension testing
5️⃣ Sport-specific movement assessment
6️⃣ Return-to-sport testing when appropriate
🏋️ How We Treat It:
✅ Restore shoulder strength and muscle balance
✅ Improve rotator cuff function
✅ Build dynamic shoulder stability
✅ Progress plyometrics and power exercises
✅ Gradually expose the shoulder to sport-specific demands
✅ Develop confidence in high-speed and overhead movements
🏀 Return-To-Play Checklist:
✔️ Full shoulder range of motion
✔️ Minimal to no pain
✔️ Symmetrical strength compared to the opposite side
✔️ Passes upper limb power and stability tests
✔️ Tolerates contact (when relevant)
✔️ Completes sport-specific training without symptoms
✔️ Athlete feels confident returning to competition
The goal isn’t just getting you pain-free.
It’s making sure your shoulder can handle the demands of your sport when it matters most.
👇 Know someone dealing with shoulder pain or recurring shoulder instability? Share this with them.
📩 DM me “SHOULDER” to book a consultation or learn more about how we help athletes return to sport stronger and more confident.
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