Shoulder Injuries

Question 1

clavicle fracture

Answer 1

Direct blow to the Shoulder clavicle

Question 2

Humeral Fracture

Answer 2

the force that breaks the humerus can be bending, compressing, or twisting. A combination of these forces is the most common.

Question 3

Scapular Fracture

Answer 3

by high-energy trauma, such as a high-speed motor vehicle collision

Question 4

AC Sprain

Answer 4

A hard, direct hit to the shoulder

Question 5

Shoulder Subluxation

Answer 5

abduction and external rotation

Question 6

Shoulder Dislocation

Answer 6

a blow to an abducted, externally rotated and extended extremity

Question 7

Subacromial Bursa Injury

Answer 7

Repetitive Motion: Frequent and repetitive overhead activities, often seen in athlete

Question 8

Rotator Cuff Strain

Answer 8

Repeating the same shoulder motions again and again can stress your rotator cuff muscles and tendons

Question 9

Bicep Strain and rupture

Answer 9

moving or twisting your elbow in an unfamiliar way

Question 10

Stinger

Answer 10

the head is forcefully pushed sideways and down.

Question 11

Impingement

Answer 11

any repetitive motion that requires you to twist and turn your shoulders with your arms raised.