Non-Operative — Shoulder Instability (Non-Operative)

Dr. Michael C. Fu MD (Hospital for Special Surgery) · Michael C. Fu, MD, MHS

Weight-Bearing

N/A

Key Restrictions

Avoid positions of instability throughout all phases; no forced end-range movements

Timeline & Phases

Phase 1 (acute: pain/inflammation) -> Phase 2 (early: mobility + scapular stabilization) -> Phase 3 (intermediate: strengthening + proprioception) -> Phase 4 (advanced: functional/sport-specific)

Notes

Applies to traumatic dislocation or generalized laxity; non-operative management; includes proprioceptive training

Surgeon / Author

Michael C. Fu, MD, MHS