Purpose of Load and Shift Test: To test if there is an (anterior or posterior) instability of the glenohumeral joint. Patient position: Sitting with the affected arm supported on the patient’s lap over a pillow; or Supine lying. Examiner position: Standing beside the patient, near the affected shoulder. Procedure: Stabilize the patient’s scapula using one hand and grasp the head of the humerus bone using … Continue reading Load and Shift Test
In 2009, Micklewright, et. al., conducted study about Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) which is a common discomfort experienced after intense exercise. Researchers are constantly exploring various interventions to alleviate this sensation, one of which is soft tissue release (STR). This pilot study aimed to investigate the effects of STR on DOMS following eccentric elbow extensions. A mixed-subjects experimental design was employed, with twenty male … Continue reading Does soft tissue release help relieve muscle soreness?
