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Shoulder Injuries

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  • What is another name for a frozen shoulder syndrome?
    Adhesive capsulitis.
  • What is a key sign of a humerus fracture?
    Significant pain, inability to move the arm, swelling and/or discoloration.
  • What treatment is typically used for brachial plexus injuries?
    Physical therapy and rest.
  • What are two signs of a biceps tendonitis?
    Tenderness in the bicipital groove, pain with overhead activities, swelling and/or crepitus.
  • How can a labrum tear occur?
    Falling on an outstretched arm or forceful overhead motion.
  • What is the most common type of shoulder dislocation?
    Anterior dislocation.
  • Complete loss of both ligaments with tearing of the trapezius and deltoid attachment to the clavicle.
    Describe a Grade 5 AC joint sprain.
  • What symptom is characteristic of a brachial plexus injury?
    Sharp or burning pain down the arm.
  • What surgical option may be considered for severe shoulder dislocations?
    Surgical stabilization.
  • What is a common mechanism of injury for a clavicular fracture?
    Fall on the tip of shoulder, fall on the outstretched arm or direct impact.
  • Describe the mechanism of injury for thoracic outlet syndrome.
    Compression in the space between the 1st rib and clavicle or between scalene muscles.
  • What symptom is commonly associated with shoulder impingement?
    Diffuse pain and significantly increased external rotation with decreased internal rotation.
  • What is often prescribed for pain relief in shoulder injuries?
    Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
  • What is the primary mechanism of injury for rotator cuff tendinopathy?
    Repetitive overhead use.
  • What symptom indicates adhesive capsulitis?
    Pain and/or lack of range of motion in active and passive movements in all directions.
  • What is a common treatment for shoulder impingement?
    Rest and physical therapy.
  • What type of tear occurs in superior labrum tear from anterior to posterior.
    SLAP injury
  • Mild stretching of the acromioclavicular and coracoclavicular ligaments.
    Grade 1 AC joint sprain?
  • What mechanism can cause a shoulder dislocation?
    Forced abduction, external rotation and extension or direct impact. Forced adduction and internal rotation or fall on an outstretched arm.
  • What is the goal of rehabilitation for a labrum tear?
    Restore strength and range of motion in the shoulder.
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