Wrestling is an aggressive sport by nature.

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Rotator cuff injuries are common throughout sports. They are normally due to overuse in overhead arm movement and can be quite painful. An aching pain can flare up when arms are used over the head or directly to the side of the body.

Symptoms

o Pain associated with arm movement especially overhead arm movement
o Pain in shoulder when slept on at night
o Tenderness over general area

Treatment

o Rest and ice are very important
o Anti-inflammatory medication when necessary
o Continuous movement of the arm with rest periods to avoid reduction of mobility

Prolonged Rotator Cuff inflammation may result into a tear. There are two kinds of Rotator Cuff Tears: Chronic and Acute.

Symptoms of Chronic Rotator Cuff Tear

o Occurs on dominant side
o Weakness throughout range of motion
o Eventual loss of mobility

Treatment of Chronic Rotator Cuff Tear

o Ice
o Steroid injection when necessary
o Shoulder exercises prescribed by physician

Symptoms of Acute Tear

o Sudden tearing feeling in shoulder
o Radiating pain down arm
o Limited mobility
o Tenderness in specific area of the Rotator Cuff
o Abduction of arm not possible

Treatment of Acute Tear

o Ice to reduce swelling
o Medications when necessary
o Surgery and Resting of arm in sling if necessary

Consulting an A.R.M. sports physician for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for Rotator Cuff inflammation will ensure your full recovery and avoid progression of inflammation into a chronic tear.

Cauliflower Ear

Cauliflower Ear is an injury caused by blunt trauma to the ear, which leads to clotting, reducing the blood flow to the surrounding cartilage. This cartilage begins to die and shrivels giving the ear the look of a cauliflower.

Symptoms

o Swelling around the ea
r o Ear deformity
o Thickening of the ear

Treatment

o Drainage of blood from hematoma
o Treat any infection
o Reconnect the surrounding skin to the cartilage

Consulting an A.R.M. sports physician for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for cauliflower ear will ensure a full and speedy recovery.

Neck Sprain (Whip Lash)

Neck Sprains result from heavy impact to the neck and can be very painful. They can involve either the ligaments in the cervical vertebrae or the muscle groups that are located in the neck.

Symptoms

o Pain in the rear or sides of neck
o Muscle spasms in the upper shoulders or back
o Headache originating from the back of the skull
o Numbness, weakness, or tingling in the arms and hands
o Sore throat

Treatment

o R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) method
o Cervical brace or collar when needed
o Anti-inflammatory medication when necessary

Consulting an A.R.M. sports physician for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for a neck sprain will ensure a full and speedy recovery.

Shoulder Dislocation

A shoulder dislocation is extremely common and results from the shoulder joint being wrenched upward or backward, causing it to dislocate out of socket. This injury is most common in contact sports. About 95% of shoulder dislocations occur in the anterior inferior direction, resulting in severe pain and loss of motion of arm and shoulder.

Symptoms

o Lack of mobility of the shoulder
o Numbness throughout the arm
o Pain in shoulder radiating down the length of the arm
o Shoulder and arm feel frozen in place

Treatment

o Placement into sling or splint
o Immediate medical consultation
o Anti-inflammatory medication when necessary

Consulting an A.R.M. physician for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for Shoulder Dislocation will ensure your full recovery and get you back on your feet.