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Shoulder injuries in golf.

David H Kim1, Peter J Millett, Jon J P Warner

  • 1Harvard Shoulder Service, Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, USA.

The American Journal of Sports Medicine
|July 21, 2004
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Golf injuries often affect the lead shoulder due to overuse or poor swing mechanics. Understanding golf biomechanics aids in managing shoulder pain, with most golfers benefiting from rest, physical therapy, or swing modifications.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Golf is a physically demanding sport, frequently leading to overuse injuries.
  • The lead shoulder is particularly susceptible to injury in golfers.
  • Common golf-related shoulder issues include impingement, arthrosis, rotator cuff tears, and instability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review common shoulder injuries in golfers.
  • To discuss the role of golf swing biomechanics in injury.
  • To outline diagnostic and management strategies for golfer's shoulder.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common shoulder pathologies in golf.
  • Analysis of golf swing biomechanics related to shoulder stress.
  • Discussion of conservative and surgical treatment options.

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Main Results:

  • Subacromial impingement, acromioclavicular arthrosis, rotator cuff tears, glenohumeral instability, and arthrosis are prevalent.
  • Nonsurgical treatments like rest and physical therapy are effective for most cases.
  • Swing modifications can enhance treatment outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding golf biomechanics is crucial for diagnosing and managing shoulder injuries.
  • Most golfers can return to play with conservative management, including physical therapy and swing adjustments.
  • Surgical intervention offers a viable option for golfers unresponsive to nonoperative care.