Swimming strokes and shoulder blade movement in teen swimmers
This study looks at how different swimming strokes affect shoulder blade movement in competitive teenage swimmers. It may help find swimmers at risk for shoulder problems and guide training adjustments.
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Who can take part
- You are between 13 and 19 years old
- You have been swimming competitively for at least 5 years
- You have swum in official competitions within the last year
- You specialize in one of these strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, or butterfly
- You have not had a major arm or shoulder injury or surgery in the last 6 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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