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NCT Number: NCT05064774

The Efficacy of Myofascial Release at the Cervicothoracic Region in Patients With Rotator Cuff Repairs

this study was conducted the patients with rotator cuff tears who underwent rotator cuff repair surger.The patients were randomly divided into 2 groups and a total of 20 subjects were randomized in a single block order using RandomAllocation Software 1.0.0 by simple randomization.All evaluation and treatment was done by the same physiotherapist.The first group was included in the traditional treatment program after rotator cuff repair, while the second group was included in the myofascial release program, 2 sessions a week between the 4th and 7th weeks, in addition to the traditional treatment.

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Key information

Conditions

Rotator Cuff Tears Rotator Cuff Injuries Rupture Shoulder Injuries Tendon Injuries Wounds and Injuries

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Pamukkale University

Denizli, Pamukkale, 20070, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Patients in the 2 groups undergoing rc repair were also included in a similar physiotherapy program.Immobilization with a sling was made for 4-6 weeks after surgery. In addition to physiotherapy in group 2, myofascial release therapy was applied to the upper trapezius, sternocloidomastoideus, pectoral muscles (major, minor) 2 days a week between the 4th and 7th weeks after surgery, in addition to the conventional treatment. Myofascial treatment took 30-45 minutes per session.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

  • aged betweeen 18-65
  • diagnosed with RC tear

Exclusion criteria

  • wanting to leave the study
  • not participating in assessments and/or treatments
  • presence of massive tears
  • accompanying nerve injuries,
  • presence of labral lesion,
  • diagnosed psychological problems,
  • central nervous system problems
  • those with any rheumatological and orthopedic diseases
  • individuals who have had previous surgery on the same shoulder

Treatment and study plan

Myofascial Release Technique

Other

myofascial release group took myofascial release (MFR) therapy sessions twice a week for 4 weeks between 4 and 7 weeks. MFR was applied to upper trapezius, SCM, pectoralis major-minor and sternocostal fascia. muscle was replaced elongated position and pressure was applied for 60-120 second.

Physiotherapy

Other

patients used sling up to 4 weeks. They did first 4 weeks passive/ assistive range of motion exercise. In 6-8 weeks they did active exercises. 8-12 weeks they did progressive resistive exercises.

Other names: classic physiotherapy

Primary outcomes

  1. pain intensity

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    visual analog scale (pain during night, rest, activity), preoperative, post operative 3-7-12 weeks.

  2. function

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    Constant Murley's score. This score has been used in preoperative, post operative 7-12 weeks. Higher score means better results. total point changes between 0-100.

  3. quality of life ındex

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    short form-36 (SF-36) This scale is used in preoperative and pos operative 12 weeks.Higher score means better results.

Secondary outcomes

  1. grip strength

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    Grip strength has been measured with dynamometer in preoperative, post operative 7-12 weeks.

  2. flexibility

    Time frame: 12 weeks

    pectoralis minor flexibility was measured and saved as centimeter.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Pamukkale University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Efficacy of Myofascial Release at the Cervicothoracic Region in Patients With Rotator Cuff Repairs: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study

Important dates

Study start
2018
Primary completion
2021
Study completion
2021
First posted
Oct 1, 2021
Registry last updated
May 24, 2023

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