Do I have a separated shoulder?

[physiobob]

I'd suggest basketball is the real risk here, although as a fellow mountain-biker I can say falling off with an outstretched arm can be an issue

Your tear might be old and what we see is what's been there for yrs now. I can't really say. We will see more and more surgical repairs of these in the future. In general Dr's a to lazy to bother as most people do fine without. That said I think that there is longitudinal evidence to suggest a disrupted AC.jt leads to earlier onset of arthritic changes in the shoulder joint.

As to your height and posture, suggest finding a tall girlfriend!

[Tim2225]

Hello, I have hope's that I can gather some information in regard's to a grade 2+ shoulder separation. 2 months ago I fell on my L shoulder snowboarding, bummer too, it was right at the end of the snowboard season. After I took my slam I esessed the damage. My clavicle was sticking up and I had pain in my shoulder. Went home and got a xray from 2 different ortho doctor's, telling me rest and ice and my shoulder should be back to normal within 2-12 weeks. I'm also involed in many other sports including weightlifting. This plays a big part on my mental health. I am now 2 months into this injury and the only thing that has got better is the ache. My shoulder is weak and instable and I can't do a push up. Does it sound like I should be further along at this point with my recovery? Will I ever be able to workout, Benchpress,Free weight's? Is surgery have the best outcome for this injury? AnyAdvice or opinon's will help, this injury has effected my work, my income, and my lifestyle. Thank u