The evaluation and treatment of acute anterior shoulder dislocation

Anterior shoulder dislocation is the most common dislocation in the human body with a high recurrence rate and thus, has been one of the interesting subjects in orthopaedics and traumatology. There is still controversy about its evaluation and treatment. In particular, the type and duration of immobilization after reduction of the shoulder vary among centers. Another matter of debate is the indication of acute repair of the capsulolabral structures to prevent late instability. This review aims to provide an outline of current knowledge about the management and treatment alternatives of anterior shoulder dislocation.