Injury
Impingement syndrome
This is also known as tendonitis of the rotator cuff. Impingement syndrome occurs when the space between the humeral head and the acromion becomes narrowed.
Shoulder Girdle Complex
composed of the clavicle and the scapula, which articulates with the proximal humerus of the upper limb. Four joints are present in the shoulder
What is flexibility?
The quality of bending easily without breaking.
The Sulcus Test
The athlete sits or stands with a relaxed
shoulder.
What athletes get the most shoulder injuries?
Baseball pitchers and swimmers
Rotator cuff tear
A rip or strain in the rotator cuff tendons
Rotator cuff
The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and their tendons that surround the shoulder joint. These muscles allow for a wide range of motion.
What are resistance band rotation exercises used for?
Improve core strength, especially oblique muscles, and improve trunk mobility. They can also be used for shoulder rehabilitation and rotator cuff strengthening.
Posterior Glide Test
The athlete stands with their arms at their side.
What direction(s) does the shoulder move in?
ALL OF THEM
Muscle Strain
Occurs when a muscle is stretched beyond its limits, causing damage to the muscle fibers.
Muscle force couples
The muscle force couple is two or more muscles working together on opposite sides of a joint to rotate and stabilize a joint.
Lateral Raises
a strength training exercise that primarily targets the lateral (side) deltoid muscles in the shoulders.
Feagin’s Test
The athlete stands with their arm resting on the shoulder of the person testing.
What percent of people are born without shoulders?
0.0001 percent
Bicep tendonitis
Inflammation or irritation of the tendon that attaches the biceps muscle to the shoulder joint and radius bone in the forearm.
Scapulothoracic Mechanics
The foundational support of the shoulder complex is provided by the scapula. This bone that is flat, slides along the back thoracic surface, maintaining this support foundation in operational conformity with the upper limb.
What is the best way to prevent shoulder injury?
Stretching and strengthening the shoulder
Neer's Tests
a physical exam maneuver used to assess for shoulder impingement
Is the shoulder flexible?
Yes, it is very flexible
Bicep Tendon Rupture
a complete tear of the tendon, which connects the biceps muscle to the bone, typically at the shoulder or elbow.
stretching
a type of exercise that improves flexibility and range of motion by lengthening muscles and tissues
WHy is stretching your shoulder important?
It prevents injury and increases mobility
Full Can Test
Similar to the Empty Can test, but the arm is externally rotated during the resistance test.
What type of joint in the shoulder?
Ball and socket