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Scapulothoracic Mobilization for the Management of Lateral Epicondylalgia: a Case Report

  • Kim, Jong Won (Department of Physical Therapy, Daegu Catholic University) ;
  • Heo, tae jun (Pureun Cheong Neurology Clinic) ;
  • Park, Ji-Won (Department of Physical Therapy, Daegu Catholic University)
  • Received : 2022.07.18
  • Accepted : 2022.08.29
  • Published : 2022.08.31
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Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of the scapulothoracic mobilization on subject with lateral epicondylalgia. This was done through lateral slide scapular test, grip strength, visual analogue scale, glenohumeral joint external rotation range of motion. Methods: Before the experiment, Lateral slide scapular test, grip strength, visual analogue scale, glenohumeral joint external rotation range of motion were measured. Scapulothoracic joint mobilization was applied and then measurements were taken again to compared the changes. Results: After applying the scapulothoracic joint mobilization, lateral slide scapular test, grip strength, visual analogue scale, glenohumeral joint external rotation range of motion significantly improved. Conclusion: This study found that the scapulothoracic mobilization was effective in improving functional aspects and pain on subject with lateral epicondylalgia. The results suggest that the scapulothoracic joint mobilization is a significant considered intervention method that could be used for subject with lateral epicondylalgia.

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