2023, Vol. 10, Issue 2, Part G

Scapular dyskinesis or SD is defined as alteration in normal scapular kinematics. SD was found to be more common (61%) in overhead athletes than in nonoverhead athletes (31%). Rhythmic stabilization is a form of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) that involves alternating isometric antagonist muscles contractions against resistance intending to enhance muscle strength and balance, joint stability, and pain relief.

Method: Thirty-six subjects who fulfilled selection criteria included using convenient sampling. Subjects were evaluated for scapular dyskinesis pre and post intervention using NPRS, manual muscle testing and lateral scapular slide test. Subjects were given PNF-Rhythmic stabilization for three days in a week for total four weeks.

Result: Statistical analysis for group was done using by Wilcoxon test. Rhythmic stabilization is having significant effects on LSST, NPRS and MMT in trapezius and serratus anterior muscle in the group. The final analysis proves that it is clinically significant (p value <0.05).

Conclusion: The study concluded that the Rhythmic stabilization exercise are effective for pain, scapular muscle strength and scapular position. They simple and easy to apply in Scapular dyskinesis type 1 subjects. So, it can be implemented clinically as well.