Scapular Stabilzation Exercises for the Management of Bilateral Snapping Scapula Syndrome

Abstract

This case reports depicts the effect of scapular stabilization regimen for managing
clinical symptoms of scapular dyskinesis presenting with crepitus during shoulder
movement. A 35 old banker with history of peri scapular, shoulder and coracoid
area pain with auditory joint noise visited our department. Scapular stabilization
exercise regimen with emphasis on normalizing anatomical symmetry, scapular
motor control was done for 40 mins, three times a week for 8 weeks. Follow
up was maintained once a month after that or as per the need. Measurements
included scapular deviations, muscle strength, pain intensity, quality of life and
global rate of change. These changes were assessed at the beginning before the
intervention, 8 weeks after treatment and during 1 year follow-up. Data shows
favourable improvement on pain, strength , scapular symmetry and quality of
life. Thus, it can be concluded that the scapular stabilization exercise is helpful
in alleviating symptoms related to scapular dyskinesis and snapping scapula
syndrome.