Scapula retraction exercises are often recommended as a part of the exercise programs. The primary aim of this study is to investigate the initial effect of the scapula retraction exercises on acromiohumeral distance (AHD) at varying shoulder abduction angles and to compare asymptomatic subjects. The secondary aim of this study is to investigate the effect of scapula retraction exercises on AHD values and symptoms (pain and disability) in patients with SPS.
Subacmial pain syndrome (SPS) is a common cause of shoulder pain and dysfunction in the general population. Exercise interventions is thought as a primary choice in clinical settings. Scapula retraction exercises are commonly recommended as a part of the exercise programs. Applying scapula retraction exercises at varying shoulder abduction angles could restore balance between the scapulothoracic muscles. Since the scapulothoracic muscles dynamically control subacromial space, scapula retraction exercises could further help to maintain AHD during arm elevation. The primary aim of this study is to investigate the initial effect of the scapula retraction exercises on acromiohumeral distance (AHD) at varying shoulder abduction angles and to compare asymptomatic subjects. The secondary aim of this study is to investigate the effect of scapula retraction exercises on AHD values and symptoms (pain and disability) in patients with SPS.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
TRIPLE
Enrollment
42
Scapula retraction exercises at varying shoulder abduction angles will be applied
Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
Acromiohumeral Distance (AHD) measurement
Acromiohumeral Distance will be recorded at 0°, 30°, 45°, 60° and 90° of shoulder abduction, and while they are doing scapular retraction with resistive elastic band at each shoulder position. All assessment will be recorded at baseline and at the end of the eight week rehabilitation sessions
Time frame: Acromiohumeral distance values will be recorded at baseline and 8-week follow-up
pain severity
pain severity will be assessed by using 100 millimeters Visual Analogue Scale at rest, at night and during activity. All patients were asked to mark their pain level that corresponds to their pain intensity on the line between "0=no pain" and "100=the worst pain imaginable".
Time frame: pain severity will be recorded at baseline and 8-week follow-up
disability status
disability status will be assessed by using Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADİ). All assessment will be recorded at baseline and at the end of the eight week treatment sessions. The questionnaire is scored on a 100-point scale, where 0 represents "no disabilities" and 100 represents "extreme disabilities"
Time frame: PADI Score will be recorded at baseline and 8-week follow-up
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.