Shoulder injuries or pain are the musculoskeletal system problems frequently encountered in many sports branches, especially for the athletes interested in overhead sports. The epidemiological characteristics of shoulder injuries in athletes are affected by factors such as sports branch, age, gender, and the position of the athlete in the game. In addition, it is possible to prevent shoulder injuries in athletes. However, the risk factors that form the basis of the measures to be taken to prevent injuries have not yet been fully explained.