Common sports injuries in the shoulder and its physical therapies

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Shoulder is one of the most complex and dynamic joints of the body, which is prone to various injuries, especially in sports movements, due to its wide range of motion and complex structure. In the following, we discuss the most common shoulder sports injuries and their physiotherapy:

1- Rotator Cuff Tendinitis (Rotator Cuff Tendinitis)

Cause:

• Repetitive movements of the shoulder (such as throwing, swimming, weight lifting, chest press and exercises with gym equipment)
• Muscle weakness or excessive use of them (overuse or weakness muscle)

Symptoms:

• Pain in the anterior and lateral part of the shoulder
• Weakness in raising the arm
• Pain when sleeping on the injured shoulder

Treatment:

Drug therapy (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) along with Physiotherapy:

• Cold therapy and heat therapy to reduce inflammation, which according to the opinion and assessment of the physiotherapist, either one or the other is used as a bath.
• In case of severe pain and in the inflammatory phase: use of tennis and ultrasound therapy, cold laser (low power)
• In the sub-acute phase: high power laser, manual treatments, tapering, phonophrosis, dry needling and Tipping
• and finally therapeutic exercise to strengthen the rotator cuff muscles and stretching exercises to improve the range of motion of the shoulder complex joint and correct the correct movement rhythm of the joint components

2-dislocation and partial dislocation of the shoulder

Cause:

• direct blow or sudden movement of the hand above the head
• joint weakness or laxity due to repeated movements

Symptoms:

• sudden and severe pain
• change in the appearance of the shoulder
• reduced ability to move

Physiotherapy treatment:

• Shoulder stabilization exercises (such as exercises with resistance bands)
• Manual therapy to improve range of motion including manipulation, mobilization, massage, release techniques
• Neuromuscular control exercises to reduce the risk of re-dislocation and exercise joint proprioception

3- Syndrome Shoulder impingement syndrome

The most common shoulder sports injury that has its own classification.

Cause:

• Compression of the shoulder tendons between the bones
• Inflammation caused by repetitive overhead movements

Symptoms:

• Pain when raising the arm in an arc Painful
• Shoulder muscle weakness
• Decreased range of motion

The main treatment is physiotherapy:

• Full electrotherapy including the use of all modalities including iontophoresis, high power laser and...
• Modification of the movement pattern to reduce pressure on the tendons
• Stretching and strengthening exercises for the muscles around the blade Shoulder
• Manual therapy and deep massage to reduce inflammation
• Dry needling and acupuncture with tapping

4-Rotator cuff tendon rupture

Cause:

• Sudden movements or aging
• Excessive use of the shoulder in sports such as tennis and baseball

Symptoms:

• Severe pain in the shoulder area
• Limited movement
• Weakness in raising the arm

Physiotherapy treatment:

• Isometric strengthening exercises to reduce pain
• Treatment with electrotherapy and laser therapy and the rest of the modalities with the diagnosis of the physiotherapist to reduce inflammation
• Resistance exercises with exercise bands for Restoring normal shoulder function

5. Shoulder Bursitis (Shoulder Bursitis)

Cause:

• Excessive use of the shoulder joint
• Direct injury or infection

Symptoms:

• Pain when moving the shoulder
• Swelling and tenderness in the anterior part of the shoulder

Treatment:

• Drug therapy combined with physiotherapy
• Cold therapy or cryotherapy and ultrasound in the form of phonophoresis to reduce inflammation
• Light strengthening exercises to reduce pressure on the stock market
• Manual therapy or manual therapy and gentle stretching to improve range of motion

6. Frozen Shoulder Syndrome (Frozen Shoulder)

Cause:

• Prolonged immobility after surgery or injury
• Diabetes and autoimmune diseases, asthma and heart problems
• Lack of correct treatment of other mentioned shoulder problems

Symptoms:

• Severe reduction in shoulder range of motion with persistent pain, even at rest

Treatment :

Physiotherapy is the best and most effective treatment for frozen shoulder:

• Using physiotherapy modalities such as high-power laser, magnetoperipheral, use of dry needling
• Progressive stretching exercises to increase flexibility
• joint mobilization to reduce movement limitation
• Mild strengthening exercises to restore shoulder function

Conclusion:

Shoulder sports injuries can have a serious impact on a person's performance, but with timely diagnosis and a proper physical therapy program, you can help to recover quickly and prevent repeated injuries. The combination of strengthening exercises, stretching and physical therapy is the best way to restore the normal function of the shoulder.

If you or one of your family members is suffering from similar problems, you can benefit from the advice and evaluation of Dr. Noushin Alvandian by visiting Tuan Navin Clinic and get a full recovery.

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