Scapular Blackburn Stabilization Versus PNF in Impingement Syndrome

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Aug 13, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring different types of shoulder exercises to help people with impingement syndrome, a condition where shoulder movements can cause pain. The study compares two specific exercise programs—scapular Blackburn stabilization exercises and scapular proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) exercises—along with standard shoulder exercises. Participants will be randomly placed into three groups: one will do conventional exercises only, while the other two groups will add either the Blackburn or PNF exercises to their routine. The goal is to see how these different approaches affect shoulder pain, movement, and muscle strength over six weeks.

To join the trial, participants need to be between 30 and 50 years old, have specific shoulder problems, and a body mass index (BMI) between 18.5 and 29.9. They should also have noticeable shoulder issues, confirmed by certain tests. However, those with neurological problems, recent shoulder surgeries, or other serious injuries won't be eligible. If you decide to participate, you can expect to attend 18 sessions over six weeks, where you'll work on exercises designed to improve your shoulder health. This study aims to find the best way to help people with shoulder pain feel better and regain their strength.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Fifty one Male and female patients with SIS and aged between 30-50.
• • 2. Body mass index (BMI) 18.5-29.9 kg/m2.
• • 3. patients complaining primary shoulder impingement.
• • 4. patients with altered scapular resting positions with scapular dyskinesia with positive lateral scapular slide test.
• 5- patients will be included at least three special tests positive from the following tests:
• A-Hawkins-Kennedy Impingement Test:
• B-Neer"s Impingement Test:
• • C- "Empty Can" or Jobe Test D-painful arc test
• • E-External rotation resistance test
• • F-Cross-body adduction test
• • G-Drop arm sign
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1- Neurological deficit affecting the shoulder function during daily activities.
• • 2-Cervical disc pathology.
• • 3- Brain injures.
• • 4- Fractures in the upper limb
• • 5-Undergone shoulder surgery