Shoulder problems in athletes. Hastening the return to full function.
Shoulder disorders in athletes initially may appear perplexing, but most can be resolved successfully with a systematic approach to clinical evaluation. Newer imaging techniques can be extremely helpful in diagnosing difficult cases or in planning surgery. Arthroscopy also can be helpful in confirming diagnoses and in treating problems resistant to nonoperative regimens.
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City.
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D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D000070599:Shoulder Injuries; D012785:Shoulder Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000473:pathology; D014949:Wounds, Nonpenetrating / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy