Isometric versus isotonic exercise in individuals with rotator cuff tendinopathy-Effects on shoulder pain, functioning, muscle strength, and electromyographic activity: A protocol for randomized clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Rotator cuff tendinopathy is a common shoulder disorder in which the primary treatment is resistance exercises. Isometric exercises are being studied for lower limb tendinopathies but not for rotator cuff tendinopathy. This protocol for a randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effects of two types of exercise (isometric and isotonic) on shoulder pain, functioning, muscle strength, and electromyographic activity in individuals with rotator cuff tendinopathy.

Methods

Forty-six individuals (18 to 60 years old) with shoulder pain for more than three months and unilateral supraspinatus and/or infraspinatus tendinopathy will participate in this trial. Individuals will be randomized into two exercise groups: isometric or isotonic. The following outcomes will be

SUBMITTER: Rodrigues da Silva Barros B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10642785 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature