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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Orthopedists offers suggestions for avoiding rotator cuff injuries
October 26th, 2005
Whether a little league pitcher, a middle-aged fitness enthusiast, or even a professional football player like New York Jets quarterback Chad Pennington, athletes of all ages are susceptible to shoulder injuries. Older patients, in particular, may develop problems with the rotator cuff. As a result, the treatment - surgical and nonsurgical - and rehabilitation of rotator cuff problems lend themselves to the needs of the youthful athlete all the way through the active senior, with the goal of eventual return to play. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) advises anyone suffering from persistent shoulder pain to consult a physician for early, correct, and...
Source: Elder Law Weekly (2005-10-26)
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