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The Efficacy of Myofascial Release at the Cervicothoracic Region in Patients With Rotator Cuff Repairs

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Rotator Cuff Tears
Interventions
Other: physiotherapy
Other: myofascial release technique
Registration Number
NCT05064774
Lead Sponsor
Pamukkale University
Brief Summary

this study was conducted the patients with rotator cuff tears who underwent rotator cuff repair surger.The patients were randomly divided into 2 groups and a total of 20 subjects were randomized in a single block order using RandomAllocation Software 1.0.0 by simple randomization.All evaluation and treatment was done by the same physiotherapist.The first group was included in the traditional treatment program after rotator cuff repair, while the second group was included in the myofascial release program, 2 sessions a week between the 4th and 7th weeks, in addition to the traditional treatment.

Detailed Description

Patients in the 2 groups undergoing rc repair were also included in a similar physiotherapy program.Immobilization with a sling was made for 4-6 weeks after surgery. In addition to physiotherapy in group 2, myofascial release therapy was applied to the upper trapezius, sternocloidomastoideus, pectoral muscles (major, minor) 2 days a week between the 4th and 7th weeks after surgery, in addition to the conventional treatment. Myofascial treatment took 30-45 minutes per session.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
20
Inclusion Criteria
  • aged betweeen 18-65
  • diagnosed with RC tear
Exclusion Criteria
  • wanting to leave the study
  • not participating in assessments and/or treatments
  • presence of massive tears
  • accompanying nerve injuries,
  • presence of labral lesion,
  • diagnosed psychological problems,
  • central nervous system problems
  • those with any rheumatological and orthopedic diseases
  • individuals who have had previous surgery on the same shoulder

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
control groupphysiotherapyPatients who underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery (n=10). They were implemented physiotherapy after the surgery once a week for 12 weeks. They were encouraged to do exercises 3 to 5 times every day.
myofascial release groupmyofascial release techniquePatients who underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery (n=10). They were implemented physiotherapy the same as the control group once a week for 12 weeks. In addition to physiotherapy they took myofascial release sessions twice a week for 4 weeks between 4 and 7 weeks.
myofascial release groupphysiotherapyPatients who underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair surgery (n=10). They were implemented physiotherapy the same as the control group once a week for 12 weeks. In addition to physiotherapy they took myofascial release sessions twice a week for 4 weeks between 4 and 7 weeks.
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
quality of life ındex12 weeks

short form-36 (SF-36) This scale is used in preoperative and pos operative 12 weeks.Higher score means better results.

pain intensity12 weeks

visual analog scale (pain during night, rest, activity), preoperative, post operative 3-7-12 weeks.

function12 weeks

Constant Murley's score. This score has been used in preoperative, post operative 7-12 weeks. Higher score means better results. total point changes between 0-100.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
grip strength12 weeks

Grip strength has been measured with dynamometer in preoperative, post operative 7-12 weeks.

flexibility12 weeks

pectoralis minor flexibility was measured and saved as centimeter.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Pamukkale University

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Denizli, Pamukkale, Turkey

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