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KMID : 1151220030090020069
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Journal of Korean Academy of Orthopedic Manual Therapy
2003 Volume.9 No. 2 p.69 ~ p.77
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Serratus anterior muscle exercise for The Winging Scapula : Case Study
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Jang Jun-Hyeok
Kim Suhn-Yeop
Goo Bong-Oh
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Abstract
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Objective: The purpose of this study is to describe the effect of the serratus anterior muscle exercise in a patient with winging of the scapular.
Background and Purpose: The patient was a 33-year-old man with an 3 years history of the left deltoid region. He had not responded to previous treatments of rest, TENS and medicine.
Materials and Methods: After Surgical operation of the shoulder, the patient was treated for 6 months in 144 visits. treatment consisted of push-up with plus in the standing position with his hands against the wall and unique push-up with quadruped position at mat. Also, Sling exercise therapy was utilized to control scapular stabilization and reduce stress on the scapulohumeral joint.
Result: Following 104 physical therapy visits, the patient was able to full range of motion of the shoulder without shrug motion
Conclusion and Discussion : Scapular winging and serratus anterior muscle function are important consider in the rehabilitation of the shoulder dysfunction. Therefore, specific exercise program for people with the winging scapular should be considered.
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KEYWORD
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Winging Scapula, Serratus anterior muscle, sling exercise therapy
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