The scapula functions as a bridge between the shoulder complex and the cervical spine and
plays a very important role in providing both mobility and stability of the neck/shoulder …

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 …

The second international consensus conference on the scapula was held in Lexington
Kentucky. The purpose of the conference was to update, present and discuss the …

The etiology of rotator cuff tendinopathy is multi-factorial, and has been attributed to both
extrinsic and intrinsic mechanisms. Extrinsic factors that encroach upon the subacromial …

The scapula serves many roles in order for proper shoulder function to occur. These roles
include providing synchronous scapular rotation during humeral motion, serving as a stable …

Rehabilitation of the patient with glenohumeral impingement requires a complete
understanding of the structures involved and the underlying mechanism creating the …

Background Strengthening exercises for the scapular muscles are used in the treatment of
scapulothoracic dysfunction related to shoulder injury. In view of the intermuscular and …

In the 10 years since the current concept series entitled “The Disabled Throwing Shoulder:
Spectrum of Pathology” was conceived and written, many studies have been reported that …

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness of exercise in the treatment of people with
subacromial impingement syndrome (SAIS). METHODS: A systematic review and meta …

Subacromial impingement is a frequent and painful condition among athletes, particularly
those involved in overhead sports such as baseball and swimming. There are generally two …