Question 1

is it actually true that arm and shoulder injuries will happen instantly?

Accepted Answer

Not always: One interesting thing is that you can have a minor injury one day and not feel significant pain in the shoulder until a few weeks later. In this case the patient may report pain and stiffness. A simple physical exam in the office may lead to a diagnosis of a frozen shoulder (posttraumatic adhesive capsulitis). The inflammation caused by injury makes scar that makes the shoulder stiff and painful.

Question 2

can someone describe the most common shoulder injuries?

Accepted Answer

Several: Shoulder dislocations, fractures, and rotator cuff tears are the most common shoulder injuries.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: shoulder injuries and disorders?

Accepted Answer

See below: The term shoulder defines the area of the body in which the upper extremity is connected to the torso.  This area includes the proximal humerus, the scapula, the clavicle, the joints that connect these bones, and the muscles that allow for their motion.  Disorder can describe any deviation from normal of the shoulder an injury would imply a deviation from normal caused by a traumatic event.

Question 4

what therapy is effective for shoulder injuries?

Accepted Answer

Theraband exercise: When rehabilitating shoulder injuries theraband exercises are helpful in restoring strength and motion to the shoulder. If the shoulder is very stiff then pulley exercises with commercially available pulleys is also helpful.

Question 5

what's the usual first aid for shoulder injuries?

Accepted Answer

Immobilize: Strap or tape the arm to the chest until you can get professional help.

Question 6

how can i prevent myself from getting shoulder injuries?

Accepted Answer

Cann't and be active: The only way to guarantee that you do not get a shoulder injury is not to play sports or fall. Since this is not possible or makes life boring keep your shoulder muscles as strong as possible.

Question 7

how to prevent shoulder injuries with doing a backstroke?

Accepted Answer

Form & function: Here are some thoughts: use proper form and prepare with good conditioning including calisthenics and stretching exercises. Stop or slow down exercising if you begin to experience pain. Gradually build up the duration and intensity of exercise. Get enough rest & recovery time between workouts. Get to know a good physical therapist.

Question 8

how to avoid shoulder injuries while pitching in baseball?

Accepted Answer

Stretch!!: Staying limber. Stretching out the posterior capsule of the shoulder joint is crucial. That means stretching out the back part of the shoulder. Physical therapists can show you several different ways to do that effectively on your own.

Question 9

how to recognize and treat shoulder injuries in indoor soccer?

Accepted Answer

Pain : Injuries to the shoulder during activities such as indoor soccer will usually be recognized via pain.  The severity of the pain and the ability or inability to move or use the shoulder/arm will usually be a guide to whether medical evaluation and treatment will be necessary.

Question 10

in what ways can you exercise with asthma and shoulder injuries?

Accepted Answer

EIA: Exercise induced asthma (eia) is a common problem especially in elite athletes. Talk this over with your physician so you can work out a pre-exercise treatment regimen. Your shoulder is another story. You may want to talk this over with a sports medicine physician who can give you an exercise regimen that won't damage your shoulder. Don;t do anything on your own is either case.
Good luck.

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