DEDICATED TO YOUR
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
Common Shoulder Injuries overhead. When the rotator cuff is injured, MCL injury – Injuries to the MCL are
Most problems in the shoulder involve
people sometimes do not recover the usually caused by a direct blow to the
the muscles, ligaments, and tendons,
full shoulder function needed to properly outside of the knee. These types of injuries
rather than the bones. Athletes are espe-
participate in an athletic activity. often occur in contact sports, such as
cially susceptible to shoulder problems
Common Knee Injuries
football or soccer.
that develop slowly through repetitive,
Many athletes experience injuries to
PCL injury – The PCL is often injured
intensive training routines.
their knee ligaments. Of the four major
when an athlete receives a blow to the
The tendency to ignore the pain and
ligaments found in the knee, the anterior
front of the knee or makes a simple mis-
“play through” a shoulder injury, aggravates
cruciate ligament (ACL) and the medial
step on the playing field.
the condition, and may cause more prob-
collateral ligament (MCL) are often injured
Torn cartilage – When people talk
lems. People also underestimate the extent
in sports. The posterior cruciate ligament
about torn knee cartilage, they are usually
of their injury because steady pain, weak-
(PCL) may also be injured.
referring to a torn meniscus. The mensi-
ness in the arm, or limitation of joint motion
ACL injury – Changing direction rapidly,
cus acts like a shock absorber. In athletic
will become second nature to them.
slowing down when running, and landing
activities, tears in the meniscus can occur
Rotator Cuff Injuries
from a jump may cause tears in the ACL.
when twisting, cutting, pivoting, deceler-
The rotator cuff is one of the most im- Athletes who participate in skiing and
ating, or being tackled. Direct contact is
portant components of the shoulder. The basketball and those who wear cleats,
often involved.
rotator cuff muscles provide individuals such as football and soccer players, are
with the ability to lift their arm and reach susceptible to ACL injuries.
Whether you are struggling with a chronic or a recent injury, you may benefit from seeking medical advice.
If you are experiencing pain before, during, or after exercise/activity, it may be time to have your condition
assessed by a sports medicine or orthopedic physician and/or physical therapist.
THE ORTHOPEDIC AND SPORTS MEDICINE
CENTER OF OREGON LLC
503-224-8399
www.orthosportsmed.org
PETTYGROVE PHYSICAL THERAPY
AND SPORTS REHABILITATION
503-228-1306
www.pettygrovept.com
The Northwest Center for Orthopedics and Rehabilitation
1515 N.W. 18th Avenue, Portland, Oregon, 97209
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