Dislocated shoulder treatment may involve:
1-Closed reduction: your doctor may try some gentle maneuvers to help your shoulder bones back into their proper positions.
2-Immobilization: your doctor may use a special splint or sling for a few days to three weeks to keep your shoulder from moving.
3-Rehabilitation: after your shoulder splint or sling is removed, you'll begin a gradual rehabilitation program designed to restore range of motion, strength and stability to your shoulder joint.
4-Medication: your doctor might prescribe a pain reliever or a muscle relaxant to keep you comfortable while your shoulder heals.
5-Surgery: you may need surgery if you have a weak shoulder joint or ligaments and tend to have recurring shoulder dislocations despite proper strengthening and rehabilitation.
Try these steps to help ease discomfort and encourage healing after being treated for a dislocated shoulder:
1-Rest your shoulder.
2-Apply ice then heat: Putting ice on your shoulder helps reduce inflammation and pain 15 to 20 minutes at a time. Do this every couple of hours the first day or two. After two or three days, when the pain and inflammation have improved, hot packs or a heating pad may help relax tight and sore muscles. Limit heat applications to 20 minutes at a time.
3-Maintain the range of motion of your shoulder.
4-Take pain relievers.