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Understanding and evaluating shoulder pain in the throwing athlete
Nickolas G Garbis1, Edward G McFarland2
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Loyola University, 2160 South 1st Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153, USA.
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
|December 3, 2014
Summary
Shoulder pain in throwing athletes is common and often multifactorial. Nonoperative treatments are the primary approach, with surgery reserved for severe cases.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Orthopedics
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Shoulder pain is a frequent issue in throwing athletes across all ages and skill levels.
- This pain can lead to significant functional limitations and impact performance.
- The exact causes of shoulder pain in this population are not fully understood but are often complex.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the current understanding of shoulder pain in throwing athletes.
- To outline the diagnostic and treatment approaches for this condition.
- To emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to management.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on shoulder pain in throwing athletes.
- Analysis of common causes, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment strategies.
- Emphasis on nonoperative management and judicious use of surgical interventions.
Main Results:
- Shoulder pain in throwing athletes is multifactorial, requiring thorough evaluation.
- Nonoperative treatment modalities are the cornerstone of management.
- Surgical intervention is generally considered a last resort.
Conclusions:
- Effective management of shoulder pain in throwing athletes necessitates a collaborative effort.
- A team approach involving trainers, athletes, physicians, and therapists is crucial.
- Nonoperative strategies should be prioritized for optimal outcomes.
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