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NCT Number: NCT04956757

Scapula Retraction Exercises in Subacromial Pain Syndrome

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.

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Key information

Conditions

Rotator Cuff Impingement Syndrome Arthralgia Joint Diseases Musculoskeletal Diseases Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Shoulder Injuries Shoulder Pain Signs and Symptoms Wounds and Injuries

Age range

18 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Hacettepe University, Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Ankara, 06100, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

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.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria

  • aged between 18-45
  • painful arc of movement during flexion or abduction;
  • positive Neer or Kennedy-Hawkins impingement signs
  • pain on resisted lateral rotation, abduction or empty can test.

Exclusion criteria

  • previous shoulder surgery;
  • shoulder pain reproduced by neck movement;
  • clinical signs of full-thickness RC tears; or
  • adhesive capsulitis.

Treatment and study plan

Exercise intervention

Other

Scapula retraction exercises at varying shoulder abduction angles will be applied

Primary outcomes

  1. Acromiohumeral Distance (AHD) measurement

    Time frame: Acromiohumeral distance values will be recorded at baseline and 8-week follow-up

    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

Secondary outcomes

  1. pain severity

    Time frame: pain severity will be recorded at baseline and 8-week follow-up

    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".

  2. disability status

    Time frame: PADI Score will be recorded at baseline and 8-week follow-up

    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"

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Hacettepe University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Investigating the Effect of Scapula Retraction Exercises on Acromiohumeral Distance Values and Symptoms (Pain and Disability) in Patients With SPS

Important dates

Study start
2021
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2023
First posted
Jul 9, 2021
Registry last updated
Feb 13, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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