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Dynamic ultrasound for the golfer shoulder
J W-P Michael1, S Kuhn, B Yildirim
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Cologne, Germany. joern.michael@uk-koeln.de
International Journal of Sports Medicine
|July 7, 2007
Summary
Golfers without shoulder pain do not exhibit lead shoulder hyperlaxity. However, shoulder pain in golfers may indicate hyperlaxity and secondary impingement, warranting clinical consideration.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Orthopedics
- Diagnostic Imaging
Background:
- Golf is a popular sport across age groups, frequently leading to overuse injuries.
- The lead shoulder is particularly susceptible to injury due to the biomechanics of the golf swing.
- Understanding the causes of shoulder pain in golfers is crucial for injury prevention and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the presence of lead shoulder hyperlaxity in asymptomatic golfers using ultrasound.
- To determine if hyperlaxity is a contributing factor to shoulder pain in golfers.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 33 asymptomatic golfers.
- Utilized questionnaires and clinical examinations.
- Employed static and dynamic ultrasonography to assess shoulder laxity.
Main Results:
- No clinical or ultrasonographic evidence of hyperlaxity was found in asymptomatic golfers.
- The study did not identify hyperlaxity as a characteristic of pain-free golfers' shoulders.
Conclusions:
- Asymptomatic golfers do not present with lead shoulder hyperlaxity.
- Shoulder pain in golfers may be associated with hyperlaxity and secondary impingement, suggesting a need for further clinical evaluation.
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