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How long will a dislocated shoulder take to heal enough so you can raise your arm again?
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6 weeks: A young person can start moving shoulder after 1 week & elderly after 3 weeks but it takes 6 weeks for tissue to heal and regain full rom.
Answered 2/3/2018
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DISLOCATED SHOULDER: Normally, a dislocated shoulder will fully heal in anywhere from 4 to 12 weeks. It depends upon how serious it is, and what caused it in the first place. If it's from an injury, it will take considerably longer to heal. Best luck!
Answered 1/14/2019
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