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Title
The relevance of scapular dysfunction in neck pain : a brief commentary
Author
Abstract
Though our understanding of motor disorders and mechanical neck pain has advanced, the role of scapular dysfunction in mechanical neck pain remains enigmatic. The biomechanical interdependence between the neck and scapula and the potentially deleterious consequences of scapular dysfunction in the cervical region are biomechanically plausible. Yet the relevance of observed scapular dysfunction in patients with neck pain is still inadequately explained by research. However, studies investigating the association between scapular function and neck pain are beginning to emerge. The purpose of this paper is to review the current knowledge of this topic and consider the implications for clinical practice.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Journal of orthopaedic & sports physical therapy. - Baltimore, Md, 1979, currens
Publication
Baltimore, Md : 2014
ISSN
0190-6011 [print]
1938-1344 [online]
DOI
10.2519/JOSPT.2014.5038
Volume/pages
44 :6 (2014) , p. 435-439
ISI
000336705700006
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Last edited 09.10.2023
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