Special properties of living tissue that affect the shoulder in athletes.

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Abstract

The physiologic function of the structures of the shoulder is to withstand the forces that arise from activity without sustaining injury. From our understanding of the biology of these tissues, we can see how they modify themselves to prevent injury and react, appropriately or inappropriately, to injury. This information, and knowledge yet to be discovered in the laboratory, should lead to more effective surgery, physical therapy, and use of medication.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)271-280
Number of pages10
JournalClinics in Sports Medicine
Volume2
Issue number2
StatePublished - Jul 1983

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
  • Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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