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VOL. 9, ISSUE 1 (2024)
Efficacy of scapular stabilization and stretching exercises on rounded shoulders among it workers
Authors
Thillai Vijaya Priya S, Thameshwaran E, Manoranjitham C
Abstract

Background: Rounded shoulder is a protrusion of the acromion of the shoulder joint relative to the centerline of gravity of the body, causing stooped posture along with scapula elevation, protraction, and downward rotation and an increased angle between the lower neck bone and upper spine. It is most commonly observed in computer workers who work in a table-and-chair work environment. Due to the high prevalence of RSP especially in modern societies, proper treatment of this problem is necessary for prevention of further complications.

Aim: This study purpose is to find out the effectiveness of Scapular Stabilization Exercises and Pectoralis Minor Stretching on correcting Rounded Shoulders among IT workers.

Method: Total 15 Subjects were selected as per the inclusion criteria. Participants were informed about the study & written consent was taken prior to participation. In pretest assessment, subjects were assessed by Acromion to Wall index. They were given scapular stabilization exercises and pectoralis minor stretching as a treatment of rounded shoulder posture for 40-50 minutes per day, 3 days a week and were continued for 4 weeks. Post test assessment was done by using same outcome measure. Interpretation of the study was done on the basis of comparing pretest and posttest assessment. Thus, the study was concluded with the help of statistical analysis by using paired ‘t’ test.

Results: The study showed effect of Scapular Stabilization Exercises and Pectoralis Minor Stretching on rounded shoulder posture among IT workers is (p>0.0001), which is extremely significant.

Conclusion: On the basis of the results of our study, it is concluded that scapular stabilization exercises and pectoralis minor stretching show significant effective in correcting rounded shoulder posture among IT workers.
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Pages:20-23
How to cite this article:
Thillai Vijaya Priya S, Thameshwaran E, Manoranjitham C "Efficacy of scapular stabilization and stretching exercises on rounded shoulders among it workers". International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education, Vol 9, Issue 1, 2024, Pages 20-23
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