scapula orientation and its influence on maximal hand force capability and shoulder muscle activity

Shoulder: Biomechanics and Examination


Quantifying scapula orientation and its influence on maximal hand force capability and shoulder muscle activity


Picco BR, Fischer SL, Dickerson CR (Univ of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada) Clin Biomech 25:29-36, 2010§



T.R. McAdams, MD



Evidence Ranking


• D



Expert Rating


• 2



Abstract



Background


Non-neutral scapular orientations are often implicated as potential causes of shoulder pathologies. However, their specific influence on shoulder functional capabilities is largely unknown. This study objectively measured scapular orientation and quantified its influence on shoulder muscle activity levels and hand force capabilities during vertical and horizontal manual exertions.



Methods

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