title: Common shoulder injuries among athletes: evaluation and management.
abstract: Shoulder injuries in athletics, especially throwing sports, are a relatively common phenomenon. Assessment and evaluation of shoulder problems require a systematic approach that should be both comprehensive and efficient. This article outlines a sequential process of evaluation that incorporates the following different components of a thorough examination: taking a history, inspecting the shoulder, palpating the structures, assessing active and passive range of motion, testing strength, and performing special tests. Guidelines for management of the most common diagnoses are included.
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Mullin
mesh_terms: D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D009722:Nurse Practitioners; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010808:Physical Examination; D000070599:Shoulder Injuries