Joint's Ability to Move Beyond Normal Range: Observing the affected joint's range of moƟon can provide indicaƟons. History of Joint Injuries: Repeated sprains or dislocaƟons can be indicaƟve. Imaging: In some cases, imaging like MRI or ultrasound can show overstretched or torn ligaments. If someone is suspected of having a ligament laxity injury aŌer a motor vehicle accident, it's essenƟal to seek medical evaluaƟon. Proper diagnosis ensures that the injury can be managed appropriately to prevent further complicaƟons. ROTATOR CUFF INJURIES A rotator cuff injury involves any type of irritaƟon or damage to the rotator cuff muscles or tendons. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint and keep the head of the upper arm bone firmly within the shallow socket of the shoulder. Motor vehicle accidents can produce the kind of direct trauma or sudden strain that can injure the rotator cuff. Mechanisms of Rotator Cuff Injury in Motor Vehicle Accidents:
Direct Impact: An individual's shoulder might slam into the door or window during a collision, causing a direct traumaƟc injury to the rotator cuff. Bracing for Impact: Holding onto the steering wheel Ɵghtly during a collision or bracing against the dashboard can cause excessive strain on the rotator cuff. Whiplash : While we oŌen associate whiplash with neck injuries, the violent jerking moƟon can also strain the shoulder muscles and tendons. Seat Belt Trauma : The shoulder restraint can exert significant force on the shoulder during a high-speed collision, potenƟally causing injury. Symptoms and Effects of a Rotator Cuff Injury:
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