Exercise, Fascial Mobilization
Conditions
Keywords
Scapu, Thoracolumbar Fascia, Upper Extremity Functions, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Brief summary
The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of thoracolumbar fascia release on scapular position and upper extremity function in adolescent volleyball players. This randomized controlled trial included a total of 51 adolescent volleyball players (46 girls, 5 boys) aged 12-19 years
Detailed description
The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of thoracolumbar fascia release on scapular position and upper extremity function in adolescent volleyball players. This randomised controlled trial included a total of 51 adolescent volleyball players (46 girls, 5 boys) aged 12-19 years. Individuals were randomly assigned to two groups (26 intervention group, 25 control group) using a sealed envelope method. Both groups underwent a scapular stabilisation exercise program three times a week for eight weeks. In addition to the scapular stabilization exercise program, the intervention group also received a thoracolumbar fascia release program three times a week for eight weeks. Before and after the study, all individuals were assessed for scapular dyskinesia using the lateral scapular glide test, and upper extremity function using the closed kinetic chain upper extremity stability test, upper extremity Y-balance test, medicine ball throw test, and Q-DASH questionnaire.
Interventions
OTHERcontrol group
T-W exercise
OTHERIntervention
Thoracolumbar fascia releasing
Sponsors
Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE (Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
12 Years to 18 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* • Individuals aged 12-19 years * Volunteering to participate in the study * Regularly training in volleyball at least three days a week * Playing volleyball for at least one year * Having a positive lateral scapular slip test
Exclusion criteria
* • Having undergone shoulder surgery * Simultaneously training in another sport * Having any musculoskeletal problems * Having a negative lateral scapular slip test
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| The lateral scapular glide test | From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks | Scapular dyskinesia |
| Upper Extremity Y-Balance Test | From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks | to evaluate balance, functionality, and stability of the upper extremity and trunk |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test | From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks | to assess upper extremity strength and endurance |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed