42: Trauma Symposium Lectures - Joint Dislocations, Principles of Management

Question 1

what is the difference between a dislocation and a subluxation?

Answer 1

• dislocation = complete joint disruption
• subluxation = partial dislocation - not fully out of joint

Question 2

which deformity could indicate a shoulder dislocation?

Answer 2

• squared off appearance
• locked in interal rotation