Shoulder muscle injury | Mouse shoulder
Athlete esports professionals spend an average of 3.4 hours to 5.2 hours per day training. This duration can increase up to 10 hours per day as athletes prepare for tournaments which take place intensively and non-stop.
This condition is certainly a risk factor for injuries to the athlete’s upper body. Proportion of bodily injuries to athletes sport most commonly occurs in the neck, which is equal to 42.9%, followed by the lower back of 41.4%, upper back of 24.7%, shoulders of 22.8%, and elbows of 7.9%.
Mouse shoulder is a disorder of the tendons of the shoulder muscles caused by pressure, vibration, repeated use, and body postures that persist for a long time.
In case mouse shoulderathletes sport You will feel shoulder joint pain and movement in the shoulder becomes disturbed because the arrangement of the muscle tendon fibers is irregular and sticks together. Meanwhile, under normal conditions, the tendon fibers of the shoulder muscles are arranged parallel to each other.
How to minimize the occurrence mouse shoulder
Athletes esports can minimize occurrence mouse shoulderone of which is by prioritizing position mouse to be ergonomic. Make sure the mouse position is ideal so that the shoulders and arms are not too far to reach mousebecause deep esports athletes will require a lot of movement of the shoulder muscles such as flexion, abduction, and external rotation.
In addition, make sure the position of the hands and mouse Ergonomics are needed when carrying out movements such as double-clicking, dragging, tracing. The goal is not to cause excessive load and tension on the shoulder muscles because this movement requires accuracy and speed in every millimeter movement and a certain pattern.
Symptoms mouse shoulder
Pain in mouse shoulder often felt in the front of the shoulder and upper arm, especially when moving the shoulder forward, for example when pushing, raising the arm above the head, or using the mouse.
Movement of the arm backwards can also cause pain because the shoulder muscles become tense. In addition to pain, complaints such as a feeling of weakness in the arm when pushing or lifting above the head are also felt by athletes in cases mouse shoulder.
Handling mouse shoulder
Mouse shoulder can be handled simply at home, including:
Ensuring an ergonomic sitting position Maintaining physical fitness with regular exercise Adequate rest and sleep Ensuring adequate and balanced nutritional intake Providing breaks for stretching, and using anti-pain/analgesic medications and muscle relaxants
How to turn off an ergonomic sitting position
Ensure monitor height is at eye level Sitting position between elbows, hips and knees bent 90° Feet flat on floor, relaxed and back resting on chair Use lumbar support pillows, mouse pads for wrists Use forearm rests, and adjust mouse position , keyboards, and controllers to be within arm’s reach
When with the above methods of complaint mouse shoulder still not improving, the patient can seek help and consult a doctor. To get the right treatment, athlete sport those who experience complaints can visit a health service center and consult with doctors who are experts and experienced.
Mayapada Hospital has a center of excellence (Center of Excellence) Sports Injury Treatment & Performance Center (SITPEC) available in all units.
SITPEC Mayapada Hospital services offer comprehensive and integrated services focused on sports and fitness, ranging from preventive programs, screening, sports performance, injury management and post-injury and postoperative recovery programs.
Tips from the doctor for maintaining fitness
According to Orthopedic Specialist Doctor Mayapada Hospital South Jakarta (MHJS), dr. Sumpada Priambudi, Sp.OT – Sport Injury, to maintain body fitness, athletes esports You should do physical exercise such as stretching for 15-20 minutes per day.
Apart from that, you can also run or cycle 2-3 times per week for 45 minutes to train heart endurance (cardiovascular endurance)as well as push up or plank 2-3 times per week for 30-45 minutes to increase muscle strength.
dr. Sumpada Priambudi, Sp.OT – Sport Injury also advises athletes esports to meet nutritional needs as part of maintaining body fitness. Here’s how:
A high-protein diet accompanied by 3 (three) servings of vegetables and 2 (two) servings of fruitConsumption of omega 3 (three) such as fish, nuts and seeds for brain health and electrolyte balance Consumption of potassium and magnesium from nuts, fruits and vegetables to improve reflexes, coordination and muscle function Consumption of dairy products such as cheese and yogurt Consume at least 1.5 liters of water per day Avoid consumption of sugar and salt Limit consumption of refined carbohydrates or simple carbohydrates such as candy, sugar, soda, as well as foods with high carbohydrates such as pasta and potatoes Limit consumption of meat 1 (one) – 2 (two) times per week, around 300-600 grams Limit consumption of soft drinks, sugary drinks, and energy drinks Limit consumption of caffeine, because high doses of caffeine can causing overstimulation, reduced focus, and decreased reaction time/reflexes
For consultation and further information, contact Call Center 150770.
Reviewed by:
dr. Sumpada Priambudi, Sp.OT – Sport Injury
Orthopedic Specialist Doctor (Bone and Traumatology)
Sports Injury Consultant
Mayapada Hospital South Jakarta (MHJS)
See the practice schedule here
tags :
Sitpec Shoulder Muscle Injury Orthopedic Specialist
2023-08-24 08:13:44
#Mouse #Shoulder #Injuries #Stalk #Esports #Athletes
