tees.ac.uk Objective The introduction of shoulder pads has coincided with a rise in shoulder impact injuries in the game of rugby. In this study, the effect of shoulder pads on impact force ...

Background Shoulder injuries ... to cause acromioclavicular joint dislocation and scapula fractures, injuries that were not seen with the other mechanisms. Conclusion Greater understanding of the ...

Shoulder dislocation occurs when a player's arm is forced outwards and upwards by a tackle or heavy landing and the shoulder joint pops out. Australian full-back Matt Burke picked up a very serious ...

If you're someone who has experienced a dislocation in the shoulder, you probably already know the pain it involves. It can lead to swelling, bruising, and deformity of the shoulder, which can be ...