Shoulder cartilage and arthritis

There are a number of factors that increase your risk of a shoulder cartilage injury or arthritis, including:

  • History of significant shoulder injury
  • Participating in jobs that require long term, heavy lifting or manual labor
  • Powerlifting
  • Family history of cartilage problems or arthritis

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