Effects of eccentric exercises on tendinopathy of the shoulder rotator cuff: A systematic review

Authors

  • Livia Gomes de Oliveira
  • Taynara Dantas Batista
  • Francisco Elder Marinho Araújo Filho
  • Eros Silva Cláudio
  • Warly Neves de Araújo

Keywords:

Shoulder Impact Syndrome, Therapeutic Exercise, Physiotherapy Modalities

Abstract

Introduction:Rotator cuff injuries are among the main causes of joint pain and disfunction. Eccentric exercise is commonly used in tendinopathies.Objective:To evaluate the effects of administering eccentric exercises on the rehabilitation of rotator cuff tendinopathy.Material and Method: This is a systematic review based on randomized clinical trials found in Pubmed/MEDLINE, Science Direct, PEDro and Cochrane Library databases, published in all languages with adult patients, aged 18 to 80 years, presenting signs and symptoms suggestive of rotator cuff tendinopathy. Results: Eccentric exercises have been shown to be effective in the treatment of rotator cuff tendinopathy, however, they are not relevant when compared to other exercise modalities.

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Published

2022-03-29

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 3 (2022): March 2022

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Oliveira, L. G. de, Batista, T. D., Araújo Filho, F. E. M., Cláudio, E. S., & Araújo, W. N. de. (2022). Effects of eccentric exercises on tendinopathy of the shoulder rotator cuff: A systematic review. International Journal of Advanced Engineering Research and Science, 9(3). https://journal-repository.com/index.php/ijaers/article/view/4817