Case Study: A Weightlifter’s Struggle Scenario: A weightlift…
Case Study: A Weightlifter’s Struggle Scenario: A weightlifter is attempting a new personal best in the bench press. As he lowers the barbell towards his chest, he feels a sudden and intense pain in his right shoulder. The weightlifter immediately stops the exercise and seeks medical attention. An examination reveals that he has torn his rotator cuff. Question: Considering the mechanics of a bench press and the function of the rotator cuff muscles, which muscle is MOST likely involved in the weightlifter’s injury?