Joanna Zabłocka, Wojciech Kułak, Andrzej Julian Niewiński

J. Zabłocka, W. Kułak, A. J. Niewiński – Analysis of the impact of deep tissue massage on the functional state of the shoulder joint after arthroscopy. Fizjoterapia Polska 2020; 20(2); 132-141

Abstract
Introduction. Shoulder joint physical therapy after arthroscopy is a complex process, and one of the possible actions used by therapists is deep tissue massage.
Purpose. The purpose of the study was to analyze the impact of deep tissue massage on the functional state of the shoulder after arthroscopy.
Materials and methods. Patient examinations were carried out from July 1, 2014 to February 28, 2015 among patients of the Artros physical therapy clinic in Bialystok. We used a questionnaire containing 10 open questions. The study group included 16 patients who underwent shoulder arthroscopy – 9 men and 7 women.
Results. The largest increase in muscle strength measured by the Lovett scale was recorded during abduction of the upper limb (by 2.5 ± 1.15); in terms of mobility the best results were obtained in abduction (by 79.5° ± 49.40°) and flexion of the limb (by 76° ± 48.33°).
Conclusions. Deep tissue massage, combined with kinesitherapy and physical therapy, increases muscle strength and range of motion in the shoulder joint and reduces pain.

Key words:
shoulder joint, arthroscopy, deep tissue massage

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