Rotator Cuff Disorders

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Online Resource

University of Washington Department Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
Web Address: www.orthop.washington.edu
 

This Web site offers educational articles about bone and joint problems, including a wide variety of information on basic anatomy, descriptions of orthopedic injuries, diagnosis of problems, and treatments.


Organizations

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
6300 North River Road
Rosemont, IL  60018-4262
Phone: 1-800-346-AAOS (1-800-346-2267)
(847) 823-7186
Fax: (847) 823-8125
E-mail: pemr@aaos.org
Web Address: www.aaos.org
 

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) provides information and education to raise the public's awareness of musculoskeletal conditions, with an emphasis on preventive measures. The AAOS Web site contains information on orthopedic conditions and treatments, injury prevention, and wellness and exercise.


American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
P.O. Box 1440
Indianapolis, IN  46206-1440
Phone: (317) 637-9200
Fax: (317) 634-7817
Web Address: www.acsm.org
 

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) provides general information and publications about exercise and sports medicine.



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Author: Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH Last Updated: February 8, 2008
Medical Review: William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Patrick J. McMahon, MD - Orthopedics

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