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Teenage girls are most likely to tear their ACLs. Parents say more must be done to protect them
Sports fans hear often about high-profile athletes like U.S. Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn tearing their ACLs, and many ACL injuries are chalked up to bad luck or a part of sports that will continue to happen at all competitive levels. Still, high school-age female athletes suffer these injuries at much higher rates than their male counterparts - up to eight times more likely, one study says - and adults, most often in noncontact situations in sports that require fast changes in direction, researchers say.
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8 Types of Shoulder Surgeries
Shoulder surgeries range from minimally invasive options to open procedures. In some cases, an artificial shoulder replacement is necessary. While surgery involves risk, most people find relief with a successful shoulder procedure.
Source: Verywell health
Why Shoulder Bursitis Happens and How You Can Treat It
Shoulder bursitis is inflammation of a bursa, a fluid-filled sac, in the shoulder joint. This inflammation is often due to repetitive motion or injury. Effective treatment and prevention are based on the reasons that you develop the condition.
Source: Verywell health
Signs of a Rotator Cuff Tear and How to Help It Heal
Rotator cuff tears can cause shoulder pain and difficulty lifting your arm, symptoms that can get worse at night. Treatment usually involves rest and physical therapy, though more severe cases may need surgery.
Source: Verywell health
What Is Rotator Cuff Pain?
Rotator cuff pain is felt at the front and side of your shoulder and upper arm. It can be caused by tendinitis, tears, or tendinosis and can lead to problems like restricted arm movement.
Source: Verywell health
