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    What is the best method of treatment to get me back to playing rugby following two dislocated shoulders?

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  • Jemima Bazzi

    Exercise Physiologist

    Jemima began work as an Exercise Physiologist in 2011. Since then she has gained clinical experience working with patients with multiple co-morbidities and concerns. She … View Profile

    I agree with Colin. 
    I would also like to stress the importance of adequate rest. Ensure you steadily progress towards your rehabilitation goals to avoid reinjury. Rehabiliation can be detrimental if rest and sense are neglected in an attempt to hasten recovery rate. 
    Best of luck
    Jem

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  • Ben Strachan

    Physiotherapist

    Ben Strachan graduated in 2007 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Charles Sturt University. He has over 15,000 hours experience working as a physiotherapist. During … View Profile

    I would like to highlight the sports specific training mentioned by Colin. You will need an exercise program that gradually increases guided by pain, swelling, and movement control. Too many patients focus on strength and forget technique. You might be motivated by Gary Ablett Jnr's successful return to the AFL this weekend after a shoulder stabilization in August 2014. 

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    Dr Kalman Piper

    Orthopaedic Surgeon

    Dr Piper is an Australian trained orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest in advanced shoulder arthroscopic and open surgery and trauma surgery. He has completed … View Profile

    If your shoulder has dislocated twice, and you would like to continue playing Rugby, then I would recommend a review by an orthopaedic surgeon. A CT scan and an MRI scan would help determine the damage to the shoulder, and estimate your risk of further dislocations. Surgery may be necessary to stabilise the joint to prevent further dislocations.

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