Anterior Shoulder Dislocation Rehab


Day 1 - 3 weeks Level 1 Exercises	Sling for comfort only - wean off as comfotrable Teach scapular setting Core stability exercises as appropriate Proprioceptive exercises (minimal weightbearing below 90 degrees) Active assisted exercises in all directions as comfortable Progress to active exercises Do not force or stretch No combined abduction & external rotation
3 - 6 weeks Level 2-3 exercises Progress Level 3+ exercises	Regain scapula & glenohumeral stability working for shoulder joint control rather than range Gradually increase ROM Strengthen Increase proprioception through open & closed chain exercise Progress core stability exercises Incorporate sports-specific rehabilitation Plyometrics and pertubation training
6 - 12 Weeks Return to Sport	Return to sport activities gradually