Rotator cuff isometric exercises in combination with scapular muscle strengthening and stretching in individuals with rotator cuff tendinopathy: A multiple-subject case report

To assess the effects of a rehabilitation protocol of rotator cuff (RC) isometrics coupled with traditional shoulder exercises on patient-rated outcomes, muscle strength, and electromyographic activity in individuals with RC tendinopathy. Methods: Eleven individuals (8 women and 3 men, 37.9  ± 5.6 years) with RC tendinopathy performed isometric RC exercises in combination with scapular muscle stretching and strengthening for 6 weeks. Treatment effects were assessed with patient-rated pain and shoulder function, isometric muscle strength, electromyographic activity during arm eleva tion and internal and external shoulder rotation, and pain during arm elevation before and at the end of the first session, and after 6 weeks of intervention.
Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Source Type: research