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Weight lifting. Risks and injuries to the shoulder.

T J Neviaser1

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC.

Clinics in Sports Medicine
|July 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Weightlifters often experience shoulder injuries due to demanding performance goals and shoulder positioning. Proper training and techniques can prevent injuries, while arthroscopy aids in diagnosing and treating chronic rotator cuff and biceps tendon issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Sports medicine
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Weightlifting's high-performance demands can lead to shoulder injuries.
  • The rotator cuff is particularly vulnerable during lifting due to its anatomical position.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the link between weightlifting and shoulder injury.
  • To discuss injury prevention strategies.
  • To outline arthroscopic treatment options for chronic shoulder conditions in weightlifters.

Main Methods:

  • Review of biomechanical factors in weightlifting.
  • Analysis of common shoulder injuries in athletes.
  • Description of arthroscopic diagnostic and surgical techniques.

Main Results:

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  • Weightlifting can cause chronic tendinitis and tears in the rotator cuff.
  • Biceps tenosynovitis is another common injury.
  • Arthroscopy is effective for diagnosing and treating these conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Proper lifting techniques and training are crucial for injury prevention in weightlifters.
  • Arthroscopic intervention offers viable solutions for chronic shoulder injuries sustained during weightlifting.