These workhorse joints are more vulnerable than you may realize. Protect them now to stay independent.
“It doesn’t take much to sustain shoulder injuries once we reach our 50s. By then, shoulder muscles and tendons have become weaker, cartilage has worn away, and bones have begun losing density. Two particular categories of shoulder injuries are common among older adults.
Rotator cuff injuries
The rotator cuff — a group of muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder and help move your arm — is vulnerable to becoming inflamed or torn.”
Source: Two common shoulder injuries and how to avoid them – Harvard Health