Autogenic Inhibition Versus Reciprocal Inhibition Muscle Energy Techniques Effect on Swimming Performance on Swimmers With Scapular Dyskinesis

Last updated: January 1, 2024
Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Dyskinesias

Treatment

Autogenic Inhibition-MET

Reciprocal Inhibition-MET protocol

Clinical Study ID

NCT06202391
FUI/CTR/2023/27
  • Ages 18-30
  • All Genders

Study Summary

Swimming can cause shoulder pain due to scapular dyskinesis. Proper scapula movement is necessary for efficient swimming strokes and to avoid injury. Studying the effects of autogenic and reciprocal inhibition muscle energy techniques on swimmers with scapular dyskinesis can lead to effective interventions and reduce shoulder injuries

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Swimmers with at least four times training per week
  • Does not have any shoulder pain or injury or operation to the shoulders
  • Positive Scapular Dyskinesis diagnosis test
  • Freestyle (also known as a front crawl) swimming stroke

Exclusion

Exclusion criteria:

  • Shoulder pain in the last six months
  • History of shoulder surgery or fracture within the last six months
  • Frequent practice of physical activity in any other sport
  • Negative result of the Scapular Dyskinesis test
  • Other swimming strokes

Study Design

Total Participants: 34
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Autogenic Inhibition-MET
Phase:
Study Start date:
August 30, 2023
Estimated Completion Date:
February 01, 2024

Study Description

Efficient swimming strokes require proper positioning of the scapula. Scapular dyskinesis (SD) is a condition where normal scapular kinematics are altered due to injury or changes in muscle activation. Swimmers, who are considered overhead athletes, have risk of developing SD. Even individuals who do not experience symptoms can have SD, and it may lead to future shoulder injuries. Early diagnosis and treatment of this condition can prevent it from progressing and minimize the risk of injury. Additionally, using autogenic and reciprocal inhibition muscle energy techniques can enhance the activation of the appropriate muscles responsible for scapular movement, which can lead to more effective interventions, improved swimming performance, and reduced injury risk. he intervention protocol (Muscle energy techniques to the upper fibers of the Trapezius, Levator Scapulae, Pectoralis Major, Latissimus Dorsi) will be conducted for 8-14 minutes over 3 weeks with 12 sessions/4 times a week. Outcomes measure will be assessed after the intervention period and data will be analyzed.

Connect with a study center

  • Foundation University College of Physical Therapy

    Rawalpindi, Punjab 46000
    Pakistan

    Active - Recruiting

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