In what population is Bassett's lesion most commonly seen?

• A. Office workers
• B. Overhead athletes
• C. Seniors over 70
• D. Children in sports

Answer: (B)

Bassett's lesion is typically associated with athletes who engage in repetitive overhead activities, making overhead athletes the population where this condition is most commonly observed. This lesion refers to an injury involving the biceps tendon at the shoulder, specifically at the point where it interacts with the shoulder joint structures.

Overhead athletes, including sports such as baseball, swimming, and tennis, are particularly susceptible to this condition due to the extreme range of motion and repetitive stress placed on the shoulder joint during their activities. The biomechanics of their sports often lead to overuse injuries, and as the biceps tendon undergoes significant strain, it can result in the development of Bassett’s lesion.

In contrast, office workers, seniors over 70, and children in sports may experience different types of shoulder injuries or conditions unrelated to the specific mechanisms involved with Bassett's lesion, such as degenerative changes, age-related wear and tear, or acute injuries that do not occur from repetitive overhead motions.