There is a growing body of literature associating abnormal scapular positions and motions,
and, to a lesser degree, clavicular kinematics with a variety of shoulder pathologies. The …

A fully functioning, painless shoulder joint is essential to maintain a healthy, normal quality
of life. Disease of the rotator cuff tendons (RCTs) is a common issue that affects the …

Study Design Cross sectional. Objectives This study examined the baseline relationship of
pain intensity, physical impairment, and pain-related fear to shoulder function. Background …

Abstract Background and Purpose. The high prevalence of shoulder pain in wheelchair
users may be related to the repetitive use of the upper limbs during self-care and wheelchair …

Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal complaint in the general population. The
elderly population is often afflicted, and rotator cuff problems are among the most common …

BACKGROUND: Mulligan mobilization techniques cause pain and affect the function in
patients with Rotator cuff syndrome. OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study was to investigate the …

Purpose. To investigate the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in addition to
exercise programme on shoulder function in subacromial impingement syndrome (SAIS) …

Shoulder disorders are common, debilitating, and represent a considerable burden on
society. As primary contact practitioners, physiotherapists play a large role in the …

Chronic shoulder pain is a common problem in the primary care physician's office. Effective
treatment depends on an accurate diagnosis of the more common etiologies: rotator cuff …

Elderly and aging manual wheelchair users have an increased risk for accelerated loss of
function and mobility that greatly limits independence and affects quality of life. This review …