My shoulder will dislocate whenever I put a small amount of weight on it, but relocates whenever the weight is removed. I have had an x ray recently for a lung infection and could see that there was no fracture in any of the bones making up the joint. I have had no trauma to the area. There is a constant piching pain that does not increase when dislocated.
Hello, Thank you for contacting me at \"Ask a Doctor\". I will try to answer your question to the best of my ability. Having recurrent shoulder dislocations can be a problem.  Some shoulders will partially dislocate - this is called a subluxation.  These problems can either require intensive rehabilitation in the form of physical therapy or sometimes surgery.  Occasionally, we will order an MRI scan of the shoulder and take a look at the tendons and muscles in the joint itself. I would suggest that you consult with an orthopedic specialist to have your shoulder assessed. I hope this information is useful for you. Please do not hesitate to message us back if you have any further questions. Best wishes, A Chat Doctor.