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Had a painful pop in my shoulder while playing basketball and reaching out for a rebound & couldn't move it for a minute or 2.

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Sounds like: you had a momentary "SUBLUXATION" (partial dislocation) of your shoulder. This is very common and not a reason to worry unless its RECURRENT..if so consultation with a Board Certified Orthopedist is the next step. Hope this is helpful Doctor Z

Answered 3/12/2017

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A member asked:

Had a painful pop in my shoulder while playing basketball and reaching out for a rebound & couldn't move it for a minute or 2.

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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