Shoulder instability is defined as the lack of joint stability due to undesirable translation of the humeral head in the glenoid fossa, causing pain and loss of function.

Shoulder instability is increasingly recognised in paediatric and adolescent populations, particularly among young athletes.

This makes it a significant clinical problem that warrants careful investigation to identify risk factors, optimise management, and prevent long-term complications.

Management of shoulder instability in paediatrics is particularly challenging because of growing bones; often hyperflexible children in high risk sports have multifactorial instability with very high recurrence rates and open physes that constrain surgical options.

Treatment options include both surgical and non-surgical, but limited evidence in paediatrics to guide the optimum management strategies.

This PhD study aims to understand the natural history of shoulder instability, to review the outcomes of current treatments and to develop evidence-based treatment strategies that optimise clinical outcomes and standardise care.

Data will be collected from medical records and patient surveys.

If you are interested in this PhD project and meet the entry requirements, send an email to Dr Natalie Hyde (principal supervisor, natalie.hyde@mcri.edu.au) explaining why you would like to be considered for this opportunity and how the project fits with your experience and interests. Make sure to attach your CV and transcripts to the email. Only enquiries sent via email that follow all these instructions will be considered.

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