Aim To summarise the current evidence regarding the effectiveness of physical therapy on
pain, function and range of motion in individuals with subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS) …

Introduction Excessive thoracic kyphosis is considered a predisposing factor for shoulder
pain, though there is uncertainty about the nature of the relationship between shoulder pain …

Objectives: To evaluate the clinical effectiveness of a self-managed single exercise
programme versus usual physiotherapy treatment for rotator cuff tendinopathy. Design: Multi …

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 …

Background Diaries are the most commonly used adherence measurement method in home-
based rehabilitation trials, yet their completion and validity varies widely between trials. We …

Introduction: Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal condition that carries a substantial
economic burden. Due to the challenges acknowledged with structural diagnoses, studies …

Background: Shoulder pain is the second most common musculoskeletal disorder treated by
physical therapists. The cause for the shoulder pain is multifactorial. However, a specific …

Diapositivo 1 Page 1 2015/2016 Rita Ferreira da Costa Martins Home‐based self recovery
protocol for Rotator Cuff surgery março, 2016 Page 2 Mestrado Integrado em Medicina Área …