Diagnosing Shoulder Injuries
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Which of the following is the most likely cause of the patient's shoulder pain?

  • Rupture of the long head of biceps tendon
  • Subscapularis tendonitis
  • Anterior subluxation of the glenohumeral joint (correct)
  • Primary strain of the anterior deltoid muscle

What activity did the patient participate in before experiencing the shoulder pain?

  • Weightlifting
  • Competing in a hockey tournament (correct)
  • Playing basketball
  • Running a marathon

What is the current level of pain for the patient?

  • Mild
  • Severe
  • No pain (correct)
  • Moderate

Which movement causes the patient to feel nervous when lifting his arm overhead?

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What is the patient's age?

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What is anterior subluxation of the glenohumeral joint?

A condition where the humerus (upper arm bone) partially dislocates from the glenoid cavity (shoulder socket), causing pain.

What kind of activity is hockey?

A sport involving physical contact and fast-paced movements, often resulting in shoulder injuries.

What does "no pain" indicate?

A state of complete absence of pain, indicating a potential recovery from an injury.

What is reaching back?

A movement that involves extending the arm backward, putting stress on the shoulder joint, especially after an anterior subluxation.

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What is the patient's age?

A person's age, in this case, a young adult, which can influence injury recovery and risk factors.

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