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. 1999 Nov;8(3):91–95.

SHOULDER PAIN IN ELITE SWIMMERS

Henry Pollard, Danny Croker
PMCID: PMC2051095  PMID: 17987196

Abstract

Much research has investigated shoulder pain which inhibits the performance of elite swimmers. An ever increasing understanding of the epidemiology and aetiology of what has been termed 'swimmer's shoulder' has enabled better treatment, rehabilitation and prevention programs to be implemented. This paper reviews the current research relevant to 'swimmer's shoulder' and the methods of treatment being employed to treat the problem.

Keywords: Shoulder, pain, elite swimmer, chiropractic

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