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TCHOA’s Tips For Preventing Shoulder Injuries

1. stretch your shoulder frequently to maintain range of motion and prevent stiffness
2. avoid heavy overhead lifting
3. avoid lifting heavy objects when your arms are stretched out away from your body
4. warm up and stretch your shoulder for at least 10 minutes before overhead sports such as baseball, tennis, volleyball, softball
5. rotator cuff strengthening exercises are important to shoulder fitness but don’t forget that abdominal and leg strength also contribute to proper shoulder mechanics

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