Scapular kinematics variability in individuals with and without rotator cuff-related shoulder pain: A systematic review with multilevel meta-regression.

ABSTRACT: Traditionally, great importance has been placed on abnormal scapula kinematics in the approach to treatment of patients with rotator cuff related shoulder pain (RCRSP). To review the literature regarding the variability of scapular position and movement in individuals with and without RCRSP. A systematic search was performed on 18th April 2024 on nine databases. Studies evaluating scapular kinematics during arm elevation in healthy individuals and those with RCRSP were included, with a focus on 3D non-surface tracking systems. Twenty studies were included. In asymptomatic individuals, the estimated scapular position at rest was 1.00° to 11.58° of upward rotation (UR), 4.82° to 11.24° of anterior tilt, and 26.84° to 39.05° of internal rotation. During arm elevation, the scapula moves from t

SUBMITTER: Fernandez-Matias R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12398250 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature