Int J Sports Phys Ther. 2016 Dec;11(6):980-991. Pheasant S. Abstract BACKGROUND: Subacromial impingement is a common condition among overhead athletes. The cause of subacromial impingement can be multifactorial and often involves impaired rotator cuff function. CASE DESCRIPTION: The following cases outline the presentation, examination and intervention of two overhead athletes, a high school football quarterback […]
Previous research has underestimated the incidence of posterior glenohumeral instability (PGI). This systematic review aimed to determine the best evidence-based conservative treatment for patients with PGI. Patients with PGI often showed an increased glenohumeral retroversion. Especially individuals who are engaged in activities that bring the shoulder repetitively in a position of flexion, adduction and internal rotation […]
In the Treatment of Subacromial Impingement Syndrome Is Extra Corporeal Shock Wave Therapy Combined With Isokinetic Exercise for Rotator Cuff More Effective Than Extra Corporeal Shock Wave Therapy Alone? A Randomized Clinical Trial Authors: Andrea Santamato Study Design Single-blind randomized trial. Background Extra corporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) has been shown to produce good results […]
Cervicothoracic Manual Therapy Plus Exercise Therapy Versus Exercise Therapy Alone in the Management of Individuals With Shoulder Pain: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial Authors: Paul E. Mintken, DPT Study Design Multicenter randomized controlled trial. Background Cervicothoracic manual therapy has been shown to improve pain and disability in individuals with shoulder pain, but the incremental effects […]
Am J Phys Med Rehabil. 2016 Jul 6. [Epub ahead of print] Jain NB1, Luz J, Higgins LD, Dong Y, Warner JJ, Matzkin E, Katz JN. Author information Abstract OBJECTIVE: The aim was to assess diagnostic accuracy of 15 shoulder special tests for rotator cuff tears. DESIGN: From February 2011 to December 2012, 208 participants […]
June 8, 2016 Birgitte Hede Christensen Abstract Background Rotator cuff rupture is associated with dysfunction, pain and muscular weakness related to the upper extremity. Some evidence exists to support the beneficial effect of exercises but there is lack of evidence of which exercises imply the best effect and how physiotherapy should be administered. Therefore, the […]
Thursday, May 26, 2016 If you train in combat sports, at some point, your shoulders hurt. It drives some people from the gym entirely. However, an orthopedic surgeon, John M. Kirsch, M.D., has an exercise protocol that he says eliminates 99% of shoulder pain. It’s not just non surgical, it’s free. The theory is, we […]
APM&R May 2016Volume 97, Issue 5, Pages 815–825 Efficacy of Different Types of Mobilization Techniques in Patients With Primary Adhesive Capsulitis of the Shoulder: A Systematic Review Suzie Noten, MSc Abstract Objective To systematically review the literature for efficacy of isolated articular mobilization techniques in patients with primary adhesive capsulitis (AC) of the shoulder. Data […]
Eva-Maj Malmström European Journal of Applied Physiology December 2015, Volume 115, Issue 12, pp 2491–2503 Abstract PURPOSE: Long-term use of unfavorable postures, congenital deformations and degenerative processes associated with aging or disease may generate an increased thoracic curvature resulting in pain and disability. We wanted to examine whether a slouched postural alignment with increased thoracic […]
PREVENTING SHOULDER AND ROTATOR CUFF INJURIES THROUGH CORRECTIVE EXERCISE PROGRAMMING (PART 2) AVID CRUZ, DC, CSCS, FMS, SFMA · DECEMBER 18, 2015 Shoulder pain and shoulder injuries related to the rotator cuff are common issues within the general population and among athletes. This article will provide you with background knowledge and practical suggestions on how […]
JMPT: July–August, 2015, Volume 38, Issue 6, Pages 382–394 James Dunning, DPT, MSc Abstract Objective The purpose of this preliminary study was to investigate changes in shoulder pain, disability, and perceived level of recovery after 2 sessions of upper thoracic and upper rib high-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA) thrust manipulation in patients with shoulder pain secondary to […]
Which shoulder motions cause subacromial impingement? Evaluating the vertical displacement and peak strain of the coracoacromial ligament by ultrasound speckle tracking imaging Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 07/17/2015 Park I, et al. Forward flexion, horizontal abduction, and IR90 showed higher vertical displacement and peak strain of the coracoacromial ligament, causing subacromial impingement. It is […]
June 8, 2015 LYON, France — Results from a prospective study of patients with symptomatic, full-thickness rotator cuff tears highlighted smoking as an independent predictor of poorer patient-reported outcomes. “We have found that smoking is an independent predictor of outcome for patients with rotator cuff tears,” Bruce S. Miller, MD, said during his presentation at […]
A wide variety of pathology may affect the superior aspect of the labrum. Clinical examination is often difficult due to the numerous injury mechanisms and the widely varied extent of labral pathology. Proper identification of the exact mechanism and specific severity of pathology is vital to accurately diagnose and manage these injuries. Surgical procedures to address SLAP lesions vary from minimal debridement […]
The Efficacy Of Manual Therapy For Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Ariel Desjardins-Charbonneau, PT, MSc Published: Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2015, Volume: 45 Issue: 5 Pages: 330-350 doi:10.2519/jospt.2015.5455 Study Design Systematic review and meta-analysis. Objectives To evaluate the efficacy of manual therapy (MT) for patients with rotator cuff (RC) […]
Effects of Mobilization With Movement on Pain and Range of Motion in Patients With Unilateral Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial José A. Delgado-Gil, PT, Eva Prado-Robles, OT, Daiana P. Rodrigues-de-Souza, PT, MsC, Joshua A. Cleland, PT, PhD, César Fernández-de-las-Peñas, PT, PhD, Francisco Alburquerque-Sendín, PT, PhD Objective The purpose of this study was to […]
APM&R. May 2015. Volume 96, Issue 5, Pages 944–955 Lin Liu, MSc Abstract Objective To evaluate current evidence of the effectiveness of dry needling of myofascial trigger points (MTrPs) associated with neck and shoulder pain. Data Sources PubMed, EBSCO, Physiotherapy Evidence Database, ScienceDirect, The Cochrane Library, ClinicalKey, Wanfang Data Chinese database, China Knowledge Resource Integrated […]
Clin J Sport Med. 2015 Apr 24. [Epub ahead of print] Short-Term Effectiveness of Precut Kinesiology Tape Versus an NSAID as Adjuvant Treatment to Exercise for Subacromial Impingement: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Devereaux M, Velanoski KQ, Pennings A, Elmaraghy A. Abstract OBJECTIVE: To compare the short-term effectiveness of precut kinesiology tape (PCT) to a nonsteroidal […]
Peer-reviewed scientific and medical evidence regarding the effectiveness of the Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy. Elbow Treatment of Lateral Epicondylitis of the Elbow with Shock Waves Yildiz lateral epicondylitis GOOD ISMST 2009 ANALGESIC EFFECT OF EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCK-WAVE Shockwave Therapy for Lateral Epicondylitis of the Elbow (Retrospective Study) Safety and Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Chronic […]
J Electromyogr Kinesiol. 2015 Feb;25(1):107-14. doi: 10.1016/j.jelekin.2014.10.010. Epub 2014 Oct 28. The effect of scapular posterior tilt exercise, pectoralis minor stretching, and shoulder brace on scapular alignment and muscles activity in subjects with round-shoulder posture. Lee JH1, Cynn HS2, Yoon TL3, Ko CH4, Choi WJ5, Choi SA6, Choi BS7. Author information Abstract BACKGROUND: There are various methods for rehabilitating round-shoulder posture (RSP), […]