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Review
. 2023 Aug 23;57(10):1561-1564.
doi: 10.1007/s43465-023-00963-x. eCollection 2023 Oct.

Shoulder Injuries in Modern Cricket: Should an Increase Be Anticipated?

Akshai Mansingh  1
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Shoulder Injuries in Modern Cricket: Should an Increase Be Anticipated?

Akshai Mansingh. Indian J Orthop. .

Abstract

Background: Shoulder injuries in cricket were among the top injuries in the game. With increased effort by players batting, bowling and fielding, a further increase in its incidence can be anticipated. There are predisposing factors that can be screened and with prehabiliation, injuries can be prevented. This paper looks at the mechanism of shoulder injuries in cricket and how many can be prevented. It also presents a case of an unusual injury around the joint which can be mistaken for a shoulder injury.

Conclusion: Musculoskeletal screening of the shoulder can reduce shoulder injuries. With an anticipated increase in incidence, this should be a focus of prevention.

Keywords: Cricket; Cricket injuries; Shoulder injuries.

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Conflict of interest statement

Conflict of InterestThere are no potential conflicts of interest. There are no financial interests in preparing of this paper. There are no ethical conflicts.

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Avulsion fracture of coracoid process
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