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Most Common Shoulder Injuries
| Injury Type | Percentage of Total Injuries | Contact Mechanism of Injury, % | Time Loss/Outcome, % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acromioclavicular sprain (partial or complete) | 45.1 | 96.7 | 0-6 d: 40; 7-13 d: 25; 14-29 d: 20; >29 d: 5 |
| Shoulder contusion | 9.0 | 100.0 | 0-6 d: 83.3; 7-13 d: 8.3; 14-29 d: 0; >29 d: 0 |
| Clavicular fracture | 7.5 | 100.0 | 0-6 d: 0; 7-13 d: 0; 14-29 d: 0; >29 d: 40 (all reported) |
