Sports with a high risk of rotator cuff injury include baseball, tennis, volleyball, and swimming, because of repetitive overhead motions. Other sports linked to an increased risk of shoulder injuries are American football, where impact and tackling can lead to tears, and weightlifting, which can place significant strain on the shoulder.
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