Scapular Dyskinesis in Young, Asymptomatic Elite Swimmers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Overhead athletes are at a greater risk of developing scapular dyskinesis (SD). Although swimming is considered an overhead sport, information regarding SD in these athletes is scarce.

Purpose

To determine the prevalence of SD in young, asymptomatic elite swimmers.

Study design

Cross-sectional study; Level of evidence, 3.

Methods

A total of 661 asymptomatic elite swimmers were enrolled in this study (344 male, 317 female; mean age, 15.83 ± 2.20 years). Anthropometric characteristics, training routine, and stroke specialty were recorded. SD was assessed using a dynamic test consisting of an examination of the shoulder blades throughout synchronous forward flexion motion in the sagittal plane and was deemed to be either present or absent. Each movement

SUBMITTER: Preziosi Standoli J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5865520 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature