Shoulder injuries are extremely common with athletes participating in paddle and racket sports.

This is because of many factors, including overuse, improper movement when hitting overhead shots, and even falls on outstretched arms. Common pickleball shoulder injuries include dislocated shoulders, collarbone fractures, rotator cuff tears, humeral fractures, and scapular fractures. 

Unfortunately, many of these orthopedic injuries to the shoulder joint cannot be managed with conservative treatment and require surgical intervention. Even with surgery and rehabilitation such injuries frequently result in chronic pain, limitation of mobility, and impaired function.  

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