Evaluation of shoulder-specific patient-reported outcome measures: a systematic and standardized comparison of available evidence Stefanie Schmidt, MPH J Shoulder Elbow Surg (2013) (Epub ahead of print). Background The aim of this study was to perform a standardized and systematic evaluation of the available evidence on multi-item shoulder-specific patient-reported outcome measures that are applicable to a […]
January 14, 2014 Full Story Shoulder replacement surgery improved range of motion and reduced pain in nearly all cases of rheumatoid arthritis, especially when patients had an intact rotator cuff, based on study results recently published in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. Using the data in the Mayo Clinic Total Joint Registry, researchers studied […]
S. Gumina, Stefano Carbone, P. Albino, M. Gurzi, F. Postacchini European Spine Journal July 2013, Volume 22, Issue 7, pp 1558-1563 Abstract Purpose Objective of this study is to evaluate the diagnostic values of the Arm Squeeze Test. The test consists in squeezing the middle third of the upper arm. Methods 1,567 patients were included […]
By Kevin G. Hearon, DC, CCEP, CCSP The shoulder girdle consists of three bones: the clavicle, scapula and humerus. It is suspended at its posterior margins from the cervical and thoracic spine by the trapezius muscles, levator scapula, rhomboid, serratus and latissimus dorsi. The anterior muscle attachments include all of the pectoral muscles, subclavius and […]
The effectiveness of physiotherapeutic interventions in treatment of frozen shoulder/adhesive capsulitis: A systematic review Tarang K. Jain Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Volume 27, Number 3 / 2014 Wednesday, November 27, 2013 Abstract BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Frozen shoulder is a common condition, yet its treatment remains challenging. In this review, the current best evidence […]
Gebremariam L,et al. Show allJournal Br J Sports Med. 2013 Nov 11. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2012-091802. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract BACKGROUND: The subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) includes the rotator cuff syndrome, tendonitis and bursitis of the shoulder. Treatment includes surgical and non-surgical modalities. Non-surgical treatment is used to reduce pain, to decrease the subacromial inflammation, to […]
Tobias Baierle BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2013, 14:282 Abstract Background In therapeutic settings, patients with shoulder pain often exhibit deficient coordinative abilities in their trunk and lower extremities. The aim of the study was to investigate 1) if there is a connection between shoulder pain and deficits in balance ability and postural stability, 2) if pain intensity […]
W.H. Osborn, R.N. Manual Therapy Volume 18, Issue 6 , Pages 492-497, December 2013 Abstract Patients with neck disorders can report difficulties with functional use of their upper limb because of their neck pain. Yet, there is little information on the frequency and specifically, the nature of these upper limb activities. This study surveyed patients […]
Luis A. Feigenbaum, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC, LAT, CSCS J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2013;43(11):814–820. Epub 9 September 2013. doi:10.2519/jospt.2013.4504 Study Design Case-control. Objectives The specific aim of this study was to examine the association between abnormal foot arch postures and a history of shoulder or elbow surgery in baseball pitchers. Background Pitching a baseball […]
Luis A. Feigenbaum, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC, LAT, CSCS Study Design Case-control. Objectives The specific aim of this study was to examine the association between abnormal foot arch postures and a history of shoulder or elbow surgery in baseball pitchers. Background Pitching a baseball generates forces throughout the musculoskeletal structures of the upper and lower […]
Br J Sports Med doi:10.1136/bjsports-2013-092535 Review Sensory and motor deficits exist on the non-injured side of patients with unilateral tendon pain and disability—implications for central nervous system involvement: a systematic review with meta-analysis L J Heales Abstract Introduction Tendinopathy manifests as activity-related tendon pain with associated motor and sensory impairments. Tendon tissue changes in animals […]
Video summary of the August 28, 2013 Rational Clinical Examination systematic review, “Does This Patient With Shoulder Pain Have Rotator Cuff Disease?” ARTICLE: Does This Patient With Shoulder Pain Have Rotator Cuff Disease?: The Rational Clinical Examination Systematic Review Hermans J, Luime JJ, Meuffels DE, Reijman M, Simel DL, Bierma-Zeinstra SA. JAMA. 2013;310(8):837-847. doi:10.1001/jama.2013.276187. JAMA Website: http://jama.jamanetwork.com/multimediaPlayer.aspx?mediaid=5975016
Thomas D Donnelly Open Orthop J. 2013; 7: 310–315. Published online 2013 September 6. doi: 10.2174/1874325001307010310 PMCID: PMC3785041 Suppl 3 Abstract The shoulder joint is complex in structure and functionality. It is often difficult to assess clinically due to the great variety of associated pathology. This article presents an overview of the anatomy of the […]
Pamela Teys Previous research suggests that Mulligan’s Mobilisation-with-Movement (MWM) technique for the shoulder produces an immediate improvement in movement and pain. The aims of this study were to investigate the time course of the effects of a single MWM technique and to ascertain the effects of adding tape following MWM in people with shoulder pain. […]
Efficacy of a static progressive stretch device as an adjunct to physical therapy in treating adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder: a prospective, randomised study. Ibrahim M, et al. Physiotherapy. 2013 Oct 3. pii: S0031-9406(13)00085-0. doi: 10.1016/j.physio.2013.08.006. [Epub ahead of print] Abstract BACKGROUND: Stress relaxation and static progressive stretch are techniques used for non-surgical restoration of […]
A description of clinical shoulder tests is provided with explanations on exact testing procedures and complimentary photographs.
Self-managed loaded exercise versus usual physiotherapy treatment for rotator cuff tendinopathy Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy (RCT) is a common source of shoulder pain characterised by persistent and/or recurrent problems for a proportion of sufferers. The aim of this study was to pilot the methods proposed to conduct a substantive study to evaluate the effectiveness of a self-managed loaded exercise programme versus usual physiotherapy […]
Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2013 May;94(5):961-76. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2012.11.041. Epub 2012 Dec 12. van der Sande R1, Rinkel WD, Gebremariam L, Hay EM, Koes BW, Huisstede BM. Abstract OBJECTIVE: To present an evidence-based overview of the effectiveness of pharmaceutical interventions, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroid injections, and other injections, used to treat the subacromial impingement […]
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroid, or other injections: a systematic review The term subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) encompasses a wide range of disorders, including rotator cuff syndrome, tendinopathy of the various rotator cuff tendons and bursitis in the shoulder region. The prescription of analgesics (often NSAIDs) and corticosteroid injections is common in primary care. This systematic […]