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Greif DN, Shaikh HJ, Neumanitis J, Ramirez G, Maloney MD, Bronstein RD, Giordano B, Nicandri GT, Voloshin I, Mannava S. Arthroscopic subacromial decompression improved outcomes in situationally depressed patients compared to clinically depressed or nondepressed patients. JSES Int 2024; 8:304-309. [PMID: 38464455 PMCID: PMC10920123 DOI: 10.1016/j.jseint.2023.11.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Background The purpose of this study is to evaluate patient reported outcomes after arthroscopic extensive débridement of the shoulder with subacromial decompression (SAD) for subacromial impingement using the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) system and evaluate if depression (Dep) (clinical or situational) impacts patients achieving a Minimal Clinically Important Difference (MCID). Methods Preoperative PROMIS Physical function (PF), Mood, and Dep scores were obtained at the closest date prior to arthroscopic rotator cuff repair and postoperative scores were collected at every clinical visit thereafter. Final PROMIS score used for data analysis was determined by the patients final PROMIS value between 90 to 180 days. Clinical Dep was determined by patients having a formal diagnosis of "Depression or Major Depressive Disorder" at the time of their surgery. Situationally depressed patients, those without a formal diagnosis yet exhibited symptomatic depressive symptoms, were classified by having a PROMIS-Dep cutoff scores larger than 52.5. Results A total of 136 patients were included for final statistical analysis. 13 patients had a clinical but not situational diagnosis of Dep, 86 patients were identified who had no instance of clinical or situational Dep (nondepressed). 35 patients were situationally depressed. All three cohorts demonstrated a significant improvement in postoperative PROMIS Dep, PI, and PF score relative to their preoperative value (P = .001). Situationally depressed patients achieved greater delta PROMIS-Dep compared to patients with major depressive disorder. Depressed patients had a higher chance of achieving MCID for PROMIS-Dep compared to nondepressed patients (P = .01). Logistic regression analysis demonstrated that underlying Dep did not alter the odds of obtaining MCID compared to nondepressed patients. Nonsmoking patients had significantly greater odds of achieving MCID for PF (P = .02). Discussion Patients improved after undergoing SAD regardless of underlying Dep or depressive symptoms. Depressed patients exhibited greater change in PROMIS scores compared to nondepressed patients. Smoking remains a risk factor for postoperative outcomes in patients undergoing SAD for subacromial impingement. Identifying and counseling patients with underlying depressive symptoms without a formal major depressive disorder diagnosis may lead to improved outcomes. These findings may help guide clinicians in deciding who would benefit the most from this procedure.
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- Dylan N. Greif
- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Rehabilitation, Rochester, NY, USA
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Nazary-Moghadam S, Tehrani MR, Kachoei AR, Golmohammadzadeh S, Moradi A, Zare MA, Zeinalzadeh A. Comparative effect of triamcinolone/lidocaine ultrasonophoresis and injection on pain, disability, quality of life in patients with acute rotator cuff related shoulder pain: a double blinded randomized controlled trial. Physiother Theory Pract 2024:1-9. [PMID: 38368597 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2024.2316307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024]
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BACKGROUND Alleviating inflammation should be considered as one of the first steps of the treatment plan in patients with acute rotator cuff related shoulder pain (RCRSP). OBJECTIVE To compare the effects of triamcinolone/lidocaine ultrasonophoresis, injection on pain, disability, and quality of life in patients with acute RCRSP. METHODS A total of 28 acute RCRSP patients were randomly allocated into two groups of ultrasonophoresis and injection. Both groups received vitamin C and shoulder care education for 10 days and then were subjected to therapeutic interventions. Ultrasonophoresis group received triamcinolone (16 mg) and lidocaine (2mg) using ultrasonophoresis (frequency: 3 MHz, intensity: 1.50 W/Cm2), while the injection group received a single subacromial injection of triamcinolone (80 mg) and lidocaine (10 mg). The main outcomes measures were pain assessed by two scales (visual analog scale), and shoulder pain and disability index (SPADI), disability (SPADI), and quality of life (Western Ontario rotator cuff questionnaire). RESULTS Although the main effect of time was statistically significant for all dependent variables (P< 0.01), no significant interaction was found between group and time (P-value (0.12-0.55)). The ultrasonophoresis effect, size for pain, disability, and quality of life were 2.58, 1.43, 1.78, and 1.35, respectively. The injection effect, size for pain, disability, and quality of life were 1.98, 2.02, 1.40, and 1.60, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Triamcinolone/lidocaine ultrasonophoresis demonstrated similar outcomes to injection in reducing pain, improving disability, and enhancing quality of life in patients with acute RCRSP in short time. According to our findings, ultrasonophoresis with triamcinolone/lidocaine cream is as effective as triamcinolone/lidocaine injection and can be proposed as a potential adjunctive treatment for patients with acute RCRSP.
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- Salman Nazary-Moghadam
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Paramedical and Rehabilitation Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
- Orthopaedic Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Paramedical and Rehabilitation Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Paramedical and Rehabilitation Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Karanasios S, Baglatzis G, Lignos I, Billis E. Manual Therapy and Exercise Have Similar Outcomes to Corticosteroid Injections in the Management of Patients With Subacromial Pain Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Cureus 2023; 15:e48907. [PMID: 38111394 PMCID: PMC10726085 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.48907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023] Open
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Subacromial pain syndrome (SAPS) is the most frequent diagnosis in patients with shoulder pain presenting with persistent pain and significant functional decline. Although exercise and manual therapy (EMT) and corticosteroid injections provide first-line treatment options, evidence for the best management of SAPS remains inconclusive. We aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of EMT compared with corticosteroid injections on disability, recovery rates, and pain in patients with SAPS through a systematic review and meta-analysis approach. PubMed, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro), ScienceDirect, the Cochrane Library, and grey literature databases were searched. Only randomized controlled trials evaluating the effectiveness of EMT alone or as an additive intervention compared to corticosteroid injections were included. Methodological quality was evaluated with the PEDro score and certainty of evidence with the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) approach. In total, 8 trials with 946 patients were included. EMT presented no difference in disability compared with corticosteroid injections at very short- (standardized mean difference {SMD}: 0.19; 95%CI: -0.20, 0.58), short- (SMD: -0.16; 95%CI: -0.58, 0.25), mid- (SMD: -0.14; 95%CI: -0.44, 0.16), and long-term (SMD: 0.00; 95%CI: -0.25, 0.25) follow-up. No difference was found between the comparators in self-perceived recovery at very short- (risk ratio: 0.93; 95%CI: 0.71, 1.21) and mid- (risk ratio: 0.98; 95%CI: 0.90, 1.07) follow-up and in pain rating at very short- (SMD: -0.18; 95%CI: -0.73, 0.38), short- (SMD: 0.05; 95%CI: -0.26, 0.37), and long-term (SMD: 0.04; 95%CI: -0.26, 0.34) follow-ups. The addition of corticosteroid injections to EMT provided no better results in shoulder disability compared with EMT (SMD: 0.45; 95%CI: -0.47, 1.37) or corticosteroid injections alone (MD: 2.70; 95%CI: -7.70, 13.10) in the mid-term. Based on very low to moderate certainty of evidence, EMT has similar effects to corticosteroid injections on improving all outcomes in patients with SAPS at all follow-up periods. Based on low certainty of evidence the combination of both interventions does not change the treatment outcome compared with each intervention alone.
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- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Patras, Patras, GRC
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- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Patras, Patras, GRC
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Beales D, Mitchell T, Seneque D, Chang SY, Cheng TH, Quek Y, Ranford S. Exploration of the Usual Care Pathway for Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain in the Western Australian Workers' Compensation System. JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL REHABILITATION 2023; 33:506-517. [PMID: 36520348 DOI: 10.1007/s10926-022-10088-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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PURPOSE Investigate components of care for rotator cuff related shoulder pain in workers' compensation in relation to claim outcomes (claim duration, total medical spend, total claim cost, return to work outcome). METHODS Engagement with (had care, time to care) four components of care (prescribed exercise, imaging, injections, surgery) were obtained from auditing 189 closed workers' compensation files. Associations were analysed between components of care and claim outcomes. RESULTS 80% received prescribed exercise, 81% imaging, 42% injection and 35% surgery. Median time to imaging (11 days) was shorter than the prescribed exercise (27 days), with injection at 38 days and surgery 118.5 days. With univariable regression analysis higher age, the involvement of legal representation and the presence of rotator cuff pathology from diagnostic imaging (partial thickness tear or full thickness tear) were all associated with increased claim duration, total medical spend, total claim cost and less successful return to work outcomes. After adjusting for these three associations, having an injection or surgery were both positively associated with longer claim duration and greater medical spend, and surgery with greater total claim costs. In general, longer time to receiving components of care was associated with increased claim duration and reduced odds of returning to full duties at work. CONCLUSION Early management was not consistent with clinical guidelines for managing workers' compensation rotator cuff related shoulder pain. This may negatively affect claims outcomes.
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- Darren Beales
- Curtin enAble Institute and Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, GPO Box U1987, Perth, WA, 6845, Australia.
- Pain Options, Ground Floor, 7 Hardy Street, South Perth, WA, 6151, Australia.
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- Curtin enAble Institute and Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, GPO Box U1987, Perth, WA, 6845, Australia
- Pain Options, Ground Floor, 7 Hardy Street, South Perth, WA, 6151, Australia
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- Curtin enAble Institute and Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, GPO Box U1987, Perth, WA, 6845, Australia
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- Curtin enAble Institute and Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, GPO Box U1987, Perth, WA, 6845, Australia
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- Curtin enAble Institute and Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, GPO Box U1987, Perth, WA, 6845, Australia
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- Curtin enAble Institute and Curtin School of Allied Health, Curtin University, GPO Box U1987, Perth, WA, 6845, Australia
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- Pain Options, Ground Floor, 7 Hardy Street, South Perth, WA, 6151, Australia
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McGill KC, Patel R, Chen D, Okwelogu N. Ultrasound-guided bursal injections. Skeletal Radiol 2023; 52:967-978. [PMID: 36008730 PMCID: PMC10027639 DOI: 10.1007/s00256-022-04153-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 08/03/2022] [Accepted: 08/07/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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The native bursa is a structure lined by synovium located adjacent to a joint which may serve to decrease friction between the tendons and overlying bone or skin. This extra-articular structure can become inflamed resulting in bursitis. Steroid injections have proven to be an effective method of treating bursal pathology in various anatomic locations. Performing these procedures requires a thorough understanding of relevant anatomy, proper technique, and expected outcomes. Ultrasound is a useful tool for pre procedure diagnostic evaluation and optimizing needle position during these procedures while avoiding adjacent structures. The purpose of this article is to review core principles of ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal procedures involving bursae throughout the upper and lower extremities.
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- Kevin C McGill
- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA.
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
- Department of Radiology, University of California, Davis, CA, USA
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Escaloni J, Mazloomdoost D, Young I. Novel Orthobiologic Preparation and Regenerative Rehabilitation of a Complex Shoulder Injury in a Competitive Adolescent Female Athlete. Int J Sports Phys Ther 2023; 18:240-252. [PMID: 36793563 PMCID: PMC9897030 DOI: 10.26603/001c.68143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2022] [Accepted: 12/23/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and prolotherapy have resulted in promising outcomes in patients with various types of shoulder injuries. However, there is a lack of preliminary evidence supporting preparation of PRP production, timely application of these therapies and regenerative rehabilitation protocols. The purpose of this case report is to describe the distinct method including orthobiologic preparation, tissue-specific treatment and regenerative rehabilitation of an athlete with a complex shoulder injury. Case Presentation A 15y/o competitive female wrestler with a complex shoulder injury presented to the clinic after unsuccessful conservative rehabilitation. Unique methods were incorporated to optimize PRP production, specific tissue healing and regenerative rehabilitation. Multiple injuries required different orthobiologic interventions at different time frames, in order to promote optimal healing and stability of the shoulder. Outcomes The described interventions resulted in successful outcomes including pain, disability, full return to sport, and regenerative tissue healing confirmed with diagnostic imaging. Level of Evidence 5.
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- James Escaloni
- American Academy of Manipulative Therapy
- Wellward Regenerative Medicine
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- American Academy of Manipulative Therapy
- Tybee Wellness & Osteopractic
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Benjamin-Damons N, Hussein El Kout NA, van Bever Donker R, Edwards T, Ferguson G. Corticosteroid therapy versus physiotherapy on pain, mobility and function in shoulder impingement: A short note. SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY 2022; 78:1794. [PMID: 36569457 PMCID: PMC9772720 DOI: 10.4102/sajp.v78i1.1794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background The global estimate of shoulder pain is 67% and is often associated with subacromial impingement syndrome. Interventions include corticosteroid injection (CSI) therapy and physiotherapy. Further information is needed to compare the effect of these interventions on pain, joint range of motion (ROM) and shoulder function. Objectives To summarise the best evidence comparing the effect of CSI versus physiotherapy on pain, shoulder ROM and shoulder function in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome. Method This evidence statement is based on a systematic review and meta-analysis of three randomised controlled trials (RCTs), namely, Rhon et al. (2014) (n = 136), Hay et al. (2003) (n = 207) and Van der Windt et al. (1998) (n = 109), with a total of 452 participants. A total of 14 studies were reviewed and only 3 studies met the inclusion criteria. Results An improvement in shoulder function was found in favour of CSI at 6- to 7-week follow-up (p < 0.0001), but no evidence was found for the superiority of CSI compared to physiotherapy for pain and ROM over 4-12 weeks. In 24 and 48 weeks, no evidence was found for the superiority of CSI compared to physiotherapy for shoulder function, pain or ROM. Conclusion No evidence was found for the superiority of CSI compared to physiotherapy for pain and ROM in the short term besides an improvement in shoulder function in favour of CSI at 6-7 weeks. There was a weak recommendation with moderate quality of evidence based on three RCTs (2B). Clinical implications This evidence statement may inform clinical practice when determining which intervention is best suited to manage patients with shoulder pain.
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- Natalie Benjamin-Damons
- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa,Professional Development Portfolio, The South African Society of Physiotherapy, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa,Professional Development Portfolio, The South African Society of Physiotherapy, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Professional Development Portfolio, The South African Society of Physiotherapy, Johannesburg, South Africa,Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa
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- Professional Development Portfolio, The South African Society of Physiotherapy, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Professional Development Portfolio, The South African Society of Physiotherapy, Johannesburg, South Africa,Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Liu J, Hui SSC, Yang Y, Rong X, Zhang R. Effectiveness of home-based exercise for non-specific shoulder pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2022; 103:2036-2050. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2022.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Daghiani M, Negahban H, Ebrahimzadeh MH, Moradi A, Kachooei AR, Raeesi J, Divandari A. The effectiveness of comprehensive physiotherapy compared with corticosteroid injection on pain, disability, treatment effectiveness, and quality of life in patients with subacromial pain syndrome: a parallel, single-blind, randomized controlled trial. Physiother Theory Pract 2022:1-15. [DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2022.2044421] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Maryam Daghiani
- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Paramedical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, East Door of Ferdowsi University, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Paramedical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, East Door of Ferdowsi University, Mashhad, Iran
- Orthopaedic Research Center, Ghaem Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, Ghaem Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Orthopaedic Research Center, Ghaem Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Paramedical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, East Door of Ferdowsi University, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, School of Paramedical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, East Door of Ferdowsi University, Mashhad, Iran
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Comparison of the Separate and Combined Effects of Physiotherapy Treatment and Corticosteroid Injection on the Range of Motion and Pain in Nontraumatic Rotator Cuff Tear: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Adv Orthop 2021; 2021:6789453. [PMID: 34733561 PMCID: PMC8560293 DOI: 10.1155/2021/6789453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2021] [Revised: 09/30/2021] [Accepted: 10/13/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Surgical treatment and conservative treatment is the options to improve pain, function, and range of motion following rotator cuff tear. In this study, we aimed to compare the effects of physiotherapy and corticosteroid injections on the function, pain, and range of motion in patients with full-thickness rotator cuff tearing separately and simultaneously. METHODS A total of 96 patients were randomly assigned to the study and divided into 3 groups of 32 patients. DASH questionnaire and VAS criterion were completed by all three groups, and the range of motions of all groups was measured by a goniometer. Then, the first group underwent 12 sessions of physiotherapy twice a week for 6 weeks; the second group received 80 mg of methylprednisolone and 1 ml of lidocaine 2% in two stages, 21 days apart; and the third group received 80 mg of methylprednisolone and 1 ml of lidocaine 2%, and after 2 days, 6 sessions of physiotherapy twice a week for 3 weeks were prescribed. In the end, the questionnaire was filled out by the patient, and the range of emotions was assessed with a goniometer. RESULTS More than 80% of patients in each group were female. There was no significant difference between the gender and age distribution of the groups. The mean age in physiotherapy, steroid, and physiotherapy + steroid groups was 51.78 ± 7.37, 52.37 ± 6.61, and 50.87 ± 5.65, respectively. The combination of physiotherapy + steroid intervention was more effective in reducing VAS and DASH scores than physiotherapy or steroid injection alone. Goniometric findings showed that treatments that included the steroid injection approach (steroid injection and steroid + physiotherapy) had a more dramatic effect on improving the patients' range of motion than physiotherapy alone. CONCLUSIONS Among the conservative approaches of treating full-thickness rotator cuff tear, a combination of steroid injection and physiotherapy is more effective significantly in comparison with either treatment alone. This trial is registered with IRCT20200102045987N1.
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Deng G, Gofeld M, Reid JN, Welk B, Agur AM, Loh E. A Retrospective Cohort Study of Healthcare Utilization Associated with Paravertebral Blocks for Chronic Pain Management in Ontario. CANADIAN JOURNAL OF PAIN-REVUE CANADIENNE DE LA DOULEUR 2021; 5:130-138. [PMID: 34263095 PMCID: PMC8253135 DOI: 10.1080/24740527.2021.1929883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Background: Injections, particularly paravertebral blocks (PVBs), are frequently performed procedures in Ontario, Canada, for the management of chronic pain, despite limited evidence and risk of complications. Aim: This study examines usage patterns of PVBs to evaluate their effects on healthcare utilization and opioid prescribing. Methods: A retrospective cohort study in Ontario using administrative data. Ontario residents receiving their initial PVBs between July 1, 2013 and March 31, 2018 were included. Changes in use of other interventions, physician visits, and opioids were compared to the 12-month periods before and after index PVBs. Data use was authorized under section 45 of Ontario's Personal Health Information Protection Act. Results: 47,723 patients received their initial PVBs in the study period. The rate of index PVBs increased from 1.61 per 10,000 population (2013) to 2.26 per 10,000 (2018). Initial PVBs were performed most commonly by family physicians (N = 25,042), followed by anesthesiologists (N = 14,195). 23,386 patients (49%) received 1 to 9 repeat PVBs in the 12 months after index PVB; 12,474 patients (26.15%) received 10 or more. Use of other nonimage guided interventional pain procedures per patient (mean±SD) increased from 2.19 ± 9.35 to 31.68 ± 52.26 in the year before and after index PVB. Relevant physician visits per patient (mean±SD) also increased from 2.92 ± 3.61 to 9.64 ± 11.77. Mean opioid dosing did not change significantly between the year before and the year after index PVB. Conclusion: PVBs are associated with increases in healthcare utilization and no change in opioid use patterns.
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- ICES, Ontario, Canada.,Department of Surgery, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada.,Parkwood Institute Research, Lawson Health Research Institute, London, Ontario, Canada
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Ultrasound-guided versus blind subacromial corticosteroid and local anesthetic injection in the treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome: A randomized study of efficacy. Jt Dis Relat Surg 2020; 31:115-22. [PMID: 32160504 PMCID: PMC7489127 DOI: 10.5606/ehc.2020.71056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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This study aims to compare the effects of ultrasound (US)-guided and blind subacromial corticosteroid and local anesthetic (LA) injection in the treatment of subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) on shoulder pain, range of motion (ROM), and functionality. Patients and methods
The prospective study was conducted between 01 February 2017 and 31 May 2017. A total of 29 patients with clinical findings and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) consistent with SIS were randomized into two groups: 14 patients received US-guided subacromial corticosteroid and LA injection and 15 patients received a blind subacromial corticosteroid and LA injection. Patients were evaluated before and one month after treatment. One patient was lost to follow up. The primary outcome measure was a visual analog scale (VAS) for shoulder pain. Secondary outcomes were active shoulder ROM in flexion and abduction, the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) questionnaire and the modified Constant-Murley Score (CMS). Results
Twenty eight patients (11 males, 17 females; mean age 39.5 in the US guided group and 42.5 in the blind group; range 20 to 64 years in both groups) completed the study. There was a significant improvement in VAS for shoulder pain, active ROM, DASH questionnaire score and modified CMS in both groups four weeks after treatment (p<0.05). There was no between-group difference in VAS, ROM or DASH questionnaire scores. Following treatment, the modified CMS in the US-guided injection group was higher than in the blind injection group (p=0.02). However, when the mean change in modified CMS in the US-guided injection group was compared to that of the blind injection group, the difference was insignificant (p=0.23). Conclusion Both US-guided and blind subacromial steroid injection improve shoulder pain, ROM, and functionality in SIS; one treatment option was not found to be superior to the other. Therefore, blind injection can be performed in clinical settings where US is not available. Equally, blind injection can also be performed in patients who have a definite diagnosis of SIS based on clinical and MRI findings.
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Radiotherapy for Painful Skeletal Disorders. Radiat Oncol 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-52619-5_135-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022] Open
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