About this trial
The scapula functions as a bridge connecting the upper extremity and the trunk. It contributes to more efficient and functional upper extremity movements. Scapular dyskinesis, defined as a deviation from the resting position and movements of the scapula, can reduce shoulder proprioception, scapular muscle endurance, and upper extremity function. The aim is to compare the long-term effects of exercises performed using the ShoulderSphere and the Bodyblade, which provide oscillatory stimulation and vibration, enhancing neuromuscular control that improves these factors. Forty-five volunteers with asymptomatic scapular dyskinesis will be randomized into three groups. The control group will receive resistive scapular muscle exercises. The ShoulderSphere group will receive exercises performed using the ShoulderSphere in addition to the control group. The Bodyblade group will receive exercises performed using the Bodyblade in addition to the control group. Pre- and post-treatment proprioception, muscle endurance, and upper extremity function will be assessed, and the groups will be compared. The study results will analyze which method is more effective in the rehabilitation program of individuals with asymptomatic scapular dyskinesis and determine its inclusion in the rehabilitation program.
Eligibility criteria
This trial accepts healthy volunteersQualifiers
Having scapular dyskinesia
No shoulder or neck pain
Disqualifiers
Positive Neer, Jobe, or Hawkins tests
Shoulder instability
Painful arch during arm elevation
Painful passive or resisted shoulder external rotation at 90° shoulder abduction
Trial design
Parallel
Treatments tested in this trial
Strengthening Exercises
Other interventionStrengthening exercises targeting the middle and lower trapezius and serratus anterior muscles will be performed. The program will progress by increasing the number of exercises and the amount of resistance.
ShoulderSphere Exercises and Resistive Exercises
Other interventionIn addition to strengthening exercises, exercises will be performed using the ShoulderSphere in the frontal, sagittal and transverse planes with the shoulders in 90° flexion and the elbows in extension.
Bodyblade Exercises and Resistive Exercises
Other interventionIn addition to strengthening exercises, 15 minutes of exercises using the Bodyblade will be performed. Individuals will perform oscillation exercises in the frontal, sagittal, and transverse planes while holding the Bodyblade bar firmly with their shoulders in 90° flexion and elbows in extension.
Treatment groups
Trial outcomes
Primary outcomes
Proprioception
Shoulder joint proprioception will be assessed with a digital inclinometer in flexion, abduction, and external rotation.
Scapular Muscle Endurance
Serratus anterior and trapezius muscle endurance will be assessed using a dynamometer.
Upper Extremity Function
The Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability test will be used.
Lateral scapular slide test
This test will be evaluated to detect scapular dyskinesis.
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