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What could help prevent the dislocation of a joint?
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Depends: It depends upon the joint that is dislocating or subluxing. Exercises may help, bracing may help, limiting motion may help, and for some the only real cure in surgery.
Answered 4/25/2015
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Brace: Using a brace to support the joint.
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