Shoulder Dislocation and Instability
Shoulder Dislocation occurs when the structures that hold your shoulder joint in place (ligaments, labrum, capsule) are damaged or stretched. This can lead to a sensation of the shoulder “giving way,” recurrent dislocations, or a persistent feeling of apprehension during certain movements. If left untreated, chronic shoulder instability can cause ongoing pain, anxiety about movement, and may lead to further damage to the articular cartilage, increasing the risk of early arthritis in the shoulder joint. It can significantly impact your ability to participate in sports or even perform daily tasks.
Benefits of Treatment
Restored Shoulder Stability
Prevent future dislocations and the feeling of "giving way."
Pain Reduction
Alleviate chronic pain and discomfort.
Improved Shoulder Function
Regain confidence in your arm for daily activities and sport.
Personalised Treatment Plan
Tailored care, from non-surgical options to surgical stabilisation/reconstruction.
Expert Shoulder Surgeon
Access to a highly experienced and locally based shoulder surgeon.
Treatment for Shoulder Dislocation and Instability
During your consultation, Dr Richmond will carefully evaluate your condition and discuss all management options with you, including non-surgical treatments, so you can confidently decide on the right path forward.
Repairs torn ligaments or labrum to prevent recurrent shoulder dislocations and restore stability.
Dr Bradley Richmond
Orthopaedic Surgeon - BHB, MBChB, FRACS (Orth)
Dr Bradley Richmond graduated as a Doctor from the University of Auckland in 2004 and trained as a general Orthopaedic Surgeon in New Zealand, obtaining fellowship of The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2014. He then spent a further 18 months undertaking subspecialty fellowship training in Sydney, working with some of the most respected Knee and Shoulder surgeons in Australia.
For 10 years, until early 2026, Dr Richmond worked as a Staff Specialist at Rockhampton Hospital – providing public Orthopaedic care to Central Queenslanders, and providing training and supervision to Orthopaedic Trainees, Junior Doctors, and International Medical Graduate Specialists.
In April 2024, he commenced part-time private practice, and now does this full-time; focusing exclusively on his areas of specialist expertise – knee and shoulder surgery.
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