Utilizing Scapula Retraction Exercises With or Without Glenohumeral Rotational Exercises With a Gradual Progression for Subacromial Pain Syndrome.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although exercise interventions are recommended in the management of subacromial pain syndrome (SPS), there is a lack of data regarding the exercises focusing on the principal biomechanical deficiencies that cause symptoms.

Hypothesis

Utilizing progressive scapula retraction exercises (SRE) and glenohumeral rotation exercises (GRE) in the scapula stabilization program may lead to more reduction in symptoms and greater acromiohumeral distance (AHD) values.

Study design

A double-blind, randomized controlled trial.

Level of evidence

Level 2.

Methods

A total of 33 patients were assigned randomly to either SRE or SRE+GRE. Both groups received a 12-week supervised rehabilitation program, including manual therapy and exercises (stretching and progres

SUBMITTER: Eraslan L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10732103 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature