Shoulder Injuries in the Athlete

Part 1 Examination, mechanics and physiology: consideration of the athlete's shoulder - how it differs; history and physical examination; mechanics of throwing; electromyographic analysis of shoulder mechanics; pathphysiology of injury and healing. Part 2 Imaging: magnetic resonance and shoulder imaging. Part 3 Arthroscopy: basics of shoulder arthroscopy. Part 4 Specific disorders: rotator cuff disorders; open surgery for rotator cuff repair; arthroscopy for rotator cuff disorders; overview of glenohumeral instability; natural history of shoulder instability(m) options for treatment; surgery for anterior instability; arthroscopy for anterior instability; surgery for posterior instability; surgery for multidirectional instability of the shoulder; acromioclavicular joint separations; fractures; neurologic disorders; biceps disorders; pectoralis ruptures; labral disorders; arthritis and arthoplasty. Part 5 Rehabilitation: rehabilitation exercises and return to sports; conditioning and training techniques; protective devices for the shoulder complex; prevention approach to the athlete's shoulder. Part 6 Sports science specific disorders: throwing sports; tennis injuries; swimming; golf; volleyball; weightlifting.