While swimming is excellent exercise, recent research has found that those who train extensively over a period of time may be more vulnerable to the development of shoulder pain and injury in comparison to athletes who participate in non-overhead activities and sports. Future research is needed to determine what methods of intervention would be most beneficial in preventing these injuries. Find out more about this latest research here: http://www.healio.com/orthopedics/sports-medicine/news/print/orthopedics-today/{36857a3a-5272-41e8-963c-924bdddf0507}/swimmers-are-more-vulnerable-to-develop-shoulder-pain-injury-vs-non-overhead-athletes