Shoulder Instability: Why Your “Loose” Shoulder Keeps Re-Injuring Itself
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Shoulder Instability: Why Your “Loose” Shoulder Keeps Re-Injuring Itself
A shoulder that feels loose, slips, or clicks may be unstable. When stabilizing tissues become stretched or injured, the shoulder struggles to stay centered in the socket.
What Causes Instability
- Ligament laxity
- Repetitive overhead activity
- Previous dislocations
- Weakness of the rotator cuff
- Labral injuries
Common Symptoms
- Clicking or popping
- Pain with reaching overhead
- Feeling of looseness
- Weakness during lifting
- Recurring “slip” sensations
Why Strengthening Alone Isn’t Always Enough
When ligaments are overstretched, the rotator cuff works overtime, eventually becoming fatigued and painful. This leads to repeated flare-ups.
Restoring Stability
- Rotator cuff strengthening
- Scapular control training
- Postural correction
- Regenerative injections that support ligament or labral healing
Stronger, healthier tissue improves long-term stability.