[darnold]

Its because the ligaments within the joint become so stretched out from the bone being out of place, usually caused by repeated dislocations. The operation involves the orthopedic surgeon effectively shortening the ligaments by cutting and reattaching them to make a tight fit again.

Dislocations suck, ive had a few sports injuries in my life including broken bones which werent really too painful... but a dislocated shoulder is fucking unbearable. It feels like someone is trying to rip your arm off until the joint is properly reset.