Apprehension-Based Training: A Novel Treatment Concept for Anterior Shoulder Dislocation - A Case Report.

ABSTRACT:

Background and purpose

Conservative management of anterior shoulder dislocation (ASD) is associated with greater recurrence compared with surgical management. Current rehabilitation protocols may not adequately challenge shoulder stability to encourage adaptive coping strategies. Apprehension-based training (ABT) is a new treatment concept derived from the supine moving apprehension test (SMAT), a previously validated performance measure among patients with ASD. The purpose of this case report is to describe the application of ABT in a patient with recurrent ASD.

Study design

Case report.

Case description

The subject was a 23-year-old male with bilateral recurrent ASD. The subject underwent a 17-week exercise program involving gradual exposure to increased anterior in

SUBMITTER: Rabin A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11221332 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature