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Neurologic Injuries in the Athlete's Shoulder.

X A Duralde1

  • 1Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic, Atlanta, GA.

Journal of Athletic Training
|March 25, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Athletes experiencing shoulder nerve injuries, including axillary and suprascapular nerves, require prompt recognition and treatment. Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for a successful return to sport.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Shoulder nerve injuries are common in athletes.
  • These injuries can present subtly, making diagnosis challenging.
  • Understanding the anatomy is key to identifying injury mechanisms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the presentation, evaluation, treatment, and prognosis of shoulder nerve injuries in athletes.
  • To cover injuries to the axillary, suprascapular, musculocutaneous, long thoracic, and spinal accessory nerves.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of MEDLINE and Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (1966-1999).
  • Keywords used: "nerve" and "shoulder."
  • Inclusion of clinically pertinent anatomy to correlate injury mechanisms.

Main Results:

  • Review of historical and modern treatment options and outcomes.
  • Analysis of distinct clinical syndromes associated with shoulder nerve injuries.

Conclusions:

  • Prompt recognition and evaluation of shoulder nerve injuries are essential for athletes.
  • Timely treatment maximizes the athlete's potential for an early return to sport.

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