Made up of three bones, four joints, a large group of muscles and capable of moving in a number of different planes, the shoulder is a notoriously difficult joint to work with - both in terms of improving performance and rehabilitating from injury.
Co-authored by Jo Clubb and Ben Ashworth, this guide draws on the expertise of shoulder experts to help practitioners better understand and improve their shoulder assessment and treatment strategies.
Your shoulder questions, answered.
Q:Can I get a refresher onshoulder anatomy?
Q: How can I best assess the shoulder?
Q: What are common approaches to shoulder prehab?
Q: What is a practical example of treating a throwing athlete?
Q: What is a practical example of treating a manual laborer?
... and much, much more.
The shoulder plays a pivotal role in many sporting activities, yet its complex anatomy and biomechanics make it one of the most challenging joints to understand.
Our athletic shoulder testing framework relies heavily on force assessment, enabling us to gather critical insights that shape rehabilitation and recovery programs.
