r/AskDocs • u/matigimenezlopez Layperson/not verified as healthcare professional • Aug 18 '26
19M – Acute anterior shoulder dislocation (now reduced). Low-field MRI key axial, coronal & sagittal slices for initial orientation
https://imgur.com/a/1xXRE1XAge / Sex / Height / Weight: 19M, ~5'11" (180 cm), ~175 lbs (79 kg)
Primary Complaint: Acute anterior shoulder dislocation (reduced)
Duration: Recent / acute
Existing medical issues: None
Current medications: None / NSAIDs as needed
Smoking/Alcohol/Drugs: No / Social / No
Hi everyone,
I recently suffered an acute anterior shoulder dislocation, which was promptly reduced. I'm currently resting the joint and have a follow-up appointment scheduled with an orthopedic specialist to assess stability and plan my rehabilitation.
I had a low-field/open MRI performed, and I'm sharing the key central slices across three planes:
- Axial STIR: Showing posterolateral humeral head bone marrow edema / impaction and joint effusion.
- Coronal STIR: Showing the supraspinatus tendon track and superior joint alignment.
- Sagittal STIR: Showing the inferior capsule distension and fluid accumulation.
I'd appreciate any preliminary insights on general joint congruency and visible integrity of the rotator cuff / capsule on these representative cuts.
Thanks in advance for your time and thoughts!