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HEALTH TOPICS
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Overhead Shoulder Injuries
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Why would the shoulder be susceptible to injury during overhead activities such as swimming, tennis, and weight training? There are many reasons. Here are a few anatomical ones. First, the shoulder is beautifully designed to provide more range of motion than just about any other joint in the body. In fact, there is only one small bony joint (right at the sternum which is on your chest wall below your chin) that attaches your entire arm and shoulder blade to your torso. Second, imagine the head of your shoulder as a ball sitting in its socket which is much like an undersized saucer. A ball on a saucer is not a very stable situation. Third, there is not much space between the top of your shoulder and the bony roof that extends out above it. When you raise your arm high, this space is made even less. Finally, when the arm is overhead and repetitively loaded, a compressive situation can develop. If you or someone you know is struggling with a shoulder injury, I may be able to help. Physical Therapists are movement mechanics that treat and help prevent many types of shoulder injuries. Please feel free to contact me for more information via e-mail, kotuladpdt@yahoo.com, or by telephone at 805-798-1408. |
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By: Anna Kotula, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 12/04 |
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