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Shoulder Injuries
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12th Grade
05/08/2012

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Term
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Definition
This shoulder injury is caused by a decreased space in the glenohumeral joint, because of tendonitis or bursitis.
Term
Falling on an extended arm.
Definition
A lot of shoulder sprains, fractures, separations, and dislocations occur from this mechanism of injury.
Term
Shoulder separation
Definition
A sprain to the acromioclavicular or sternoclavicular joints is commonly known as this type of shoulder injury.
Term
Shoulder subluxation
Definition
A sprain to the glenohumeral joint, where the humeral head slides out of the glenoid fossa, but reduces itself quickly from a contraction of the rotator cuff muscles.
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Shoulder dislocation
Definition
A sprain to the glenohumeral joint, where the humeral head slides out of the glenoid fossa, but stays out until the athlete or a healthcare professional reduces it.
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