Shoulder Girdle Consists of Bones to Form Single Structure Discussion

Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapters 9 and 10 in your course textbook and The Role of Trunk Muscle Strength for Physical Fitness and Athletic Performance in Trained Individuals: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis article. Then, review the NIH’s Shoulder Problems web page and watch the Prevention of Shoulder Injuries in Aquatic Sports video shown below.

The shoulder is very unique as it is considered to be the most movable joint of our body. On the downside, however, the shoulder is very unstable and prone to many injuries. Injuries to the shoulder can have a multitude of causes that often result in sprains, strains, separations, dislocations, tendinitis, torn rotator cuffs, fractures, and arthritis, just to name a few.

Select one sports activity (other than swimming) that frequently causes shoulder injury and address the following elements:

• Discuss the structure and function of the shoulder girdle and shoulder joint and how your selected activity impacts that functioning.
• Explain how the trunk is relevant in the movement of the shoulder in general and specific to your selected activity.

Reference your textbook, and include at least one additional scholarly or credible source to support your research and findings (see the Scholarly, Peer-Reviewed, and Other Credible Sources table for assistance). All sources must be referenced and cited according to APA Style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (see Introduction to APA for assistance). Your initial post must be at least 250 words.

Guided Response: Respond to at least two peers. Each peer response must be at least 100 words.

• Compare and contrast your research relating to sports and non-sports related injuries to the shoulder to the research and findings of your peers.
• Share two preventive measures or exercises with your peers that would help prevent potential injuries to the shoulder (you may select exercises featured in the video or share ideas of your own).