Strain Or Sprain of Rotator C... : Causes

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Causes could include:
A rotator cuff injury is a tear or inflammation of the rotator cuff tendons in the shoulder.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Falls are a common source of injury, particularly in the elderly population. They are more likely to occur if impairments in balance, strength, perception, joint range of motion, postural function or coordination are present.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Aimed at older adults, this report provides practical advice on how to avoid common and often deadly accidents at home.
Source:StayWell
Detailed information on preventing falls in children and the elderly
Source:StayWell
Many older people fall because of unsafe surroundings at home. Use these suggestions to safeguard against some likely household hazards.
Source:StayWell
Although it's impossible to prevent all falls, you can help keep yourself safe by improving your balance and employing "fall-proofing" behaviors.
Source:StayWell
As we get older, our balance tends to diminish. Exercise, in addition to its many other benefits, can help regain or maintain balance and control.
Source:StayWell
Abnormal posturing is different from what is commonly called "bad posture" or "slouching." Instead, it is a tendency to hold a particular body position, or to move one or more parts of the body in a particular way. Certain abnormal posturing behaviors may indicate specific injuries to the nervous system.
Source:ADAM
Date:March 20, 2007
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