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Should i be concerned if my wife is constantly dislocating her arm and i would like a doctor to look at it. what type of specialist should i go see?
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Orthopedist: This is a fairly common problem and can be managed by a good orthopedic surgeon. It may be possible to manage it simply by strengthening some of the nearby muscles, or surgery may help.
Answered 1/3/2014
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