Here are some facts: The shoulder joint is inherently unstable because humeral head is approximately 4 times larger than the small and shallow glenoid. Shoulder stability is mainly maintained by passive stabilizers such as the glenoid labrum and the glenohumeral ligaments. The majority of dislocations occur to the front. Most of the dislocations require a
An anterior cruciate ligament tear in the knee is a devastating injury and does result in knee instability in most cases. The current scientific evidence suggests that a reconstruction will restore knee stability but only about two thirds of patients are able to return to their previous activity., There are increasing comments that with appropriate
We see more and more ‘middle aged’ athletes in lycra. Endurance exercise like participation in long distance running, marathons and other events is becoming more common in the middle aged weekend warrior. Whilst this is a great thing one has to realize that there is a potential risk of injury, disease and even death in