SLAP is a superior labrum tear in an anterior to posterior direction of the shoulder, affecting more than 4000 people in a year, usually men between the ages of 20-30 and 40-50. The purpose of this case report is to show the relevance of the amount of physical therapy session after a SLAP surgery repair. The patient was a 41-year-old male kinesiology professor physically active in volleyball, weight training, and cross-fit. The patient was diagnosed to have a SLAP type II tear and micro-fracture visible on an MRI with arthrogram. Outcome measures employed were the QuickDASH for functional disability symptoms and the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) to report the level of pain. Some of the interventions used in this case were grade I/II manipulations, pendulum, AROM to associated areas, cryotherapy, stretching and strengthening exercises, PNF exercises, and closed kinetic chain activities. After 27 physical therapy visits post surgeries in a period of 6 months the patient reported no perceived disability to work after 52 weeks. Although, some functional disability was experienced when it came to general activities and sports between 4 to 13 percent based on the QuickDASH. Pain levels reported by the VAS remained considerable low. The subject reported pain level between 0-4 on a 10 scale; pain decreased to zero by week 10. By decreasing the number of therapy visits and increasing the interval of time off between them, patients might be able to return to the previous level of
Life can change in a split second when an unanticipated injury or disease hinders someone’s normal daily life. Modern medicine, physicians and families can only do so much but physical therapy can help recoup the life many of us take for granted. It often isn’t until we lose something that we as humans realize what we had such as the value of our body’s ability to take us through each day. A physical therapist is the person who stays with a patient for the duration of the rehabilitation process. A physical therapist leads the patient through the process of regaining physical strength and helps the patient regain control of their future. Much like many careers that involve interaction with individuals, physical therapy reaches beyond
The American Physical Therapy Associations (APTA) vision statement sets a standard of quality care that should apply to every health care facility where physical therapy is practiced. In my opinion, when the APTA mentions improving the human experience, it is an attempt to encompass an enhancement in people’s ability to freely participate in the activities of their choice. Ultimately, the decisions that a person choose determines his career growth and relationship between him and the clients (Porter and Teisberg, 2006). From personal experience, losing the ability to take part in these activities can have a detrimental effect on one’s overall quality of life. In March of 2014, I was diagnosed with osteochritis dissecans on my left knee and
A SLAP lesion tear is an injury to the shoulder. This can cause painful symptoms and difficulty with overhead activities whether they be athletic or those of daily living. In 1985, Andrews et al were the first to describe the superior labrum tear. In their experience, they identified tears of the labrum from throwing athletes located anterosuperor near the origin of the bicep tendon. The cause of the lesion to tear was the bicep tendon being pulled off the labrum from the force generated during the throwing motion. As time went on, the labral tears got categorized into four different types of classifications called SLAP lesions by Snyder in 1990. A SLAP lesion, as described by Snyder involves tears of the superior
As a PTA I have been given a breath of knowledge in regard to the profession of physical therapy. However, I am not satisfied with this breath of knowledge. I yearn for the opportunity to gain a further understanding in terms of “how and why” physical therapy is successful at restoring function to individuals seeking
The daily routine that comes with visiting a treatment clinic, although it can be inconvenient, it will help one to start a normal routine and get the user back on a schedule.
Russell Carrington is a 25 year old right handed relief pitcher for the MLB team the Baltimore Orioles. Carrington has been playing baseball since he was seven years old and this was his third season in the Major Leagues. Carrington was at the mound and in the motion of throwing a fastball, when he felt a “pop” in his overhand motion. He dropped to his knees and clinched his right shoulder in pain. Athletic trainers came onto the field an upon examination Carrington stated his arm felt like it was “dead” and felt like it was “catching”. Carrington was seen by the team physician. She performed ROM exercises, strength, and stability tests on his shoulder and examined his neck and head to ensure pain wasn’t coming from a pinched nerve. She concluded that further testing and imaging was necessary. Carrington had an X-ray and MRI done on his shoulder and he was diagnosed with a type II SLAP (Superior Labrum Anterior and Posterior) lesion. He didn’t want surgery done because he would miss the remainder of the season and possibly the next, so doctors prescribed non-steroid anti-inflammatory medication and five months physical therapy to strengthen the shoulder capsule. After completion of physical therapy, the pain didn’t improve and arthroscopy surgery was recommended.
The standard scope of practice of a Doctor of Physical Therapy consists of providing exercises and services that “prevent, minimize, or eliminate impairments of body functions and structures, activity limitations, and participation restrictions” as well as creating goals that will guide my patient to better mobility (The Physical Therapy, 2015). Physical therapy is a dynamic form of health care that focuses on rehabilitation, risk-prevention exercises, and performance
You may have to go to a physical therapy clinic periodically for treatments, but you'll also be expected to exercise every day at home, even if you're in pain. If you are at home alone, you may become lax because of pain and grogginess. If you don't keep up with your exercises, your recovery will be longer. A home health aid will encourage you to do exercises like you are instructed, and will inform your physical therapist if you can't or won't do them. This helps prevent complications that slow recovery and reduce range of motion in your
In this paper physical therapy will be discussed through the authors of, Efficacy of a Physical Therapy Program in Patients with Parkinson’s Disease, Quadriceps Strength and the Time Course of Functional Recovery After Total Knee Arthroplasty, The Effect of Low-intensity Pulsed Ultrasound Therapy on Time to Fracture Healing, Amphetamine Paired With Physical Therapy Accelerates Motor Recovery After Stroke, and Physical Therapy Treatment Effectiveness for Osteoarthritis of the Knee. The authors and doctors that came up with these clinical studies help show that physical therapy is an effective way to help patients recovery from injury. Each section discusses how this is true. Physical therapy benefits professional athletes, the average person,
A SLAP tear caused by a trauma to the shoulder is a frequent cause of instability and pain, and a constant source of discomfort in performing day-to-day activities. The initial treatment of such an injury may include rest, anti-inflammatory medications, cortisone injections and physical therapy but, unfortunately, in some patients’ cases, conservative treatments don’t always succeed.
This case study is about a twenty-six year old graphic designer. Who is an amateur rugby player, who trains twice a week for two hours and has games once per week. In terms of previous injury they fractured their left ankle three years ago. The main problem of the client is left-sided neck pain and restriction of range of movement (ROM). The cause was a tackle during a match which resulted in heavily landing on left shoulder they played on but, it gradually stiffened during the match. On observation the client has a poking chin, increased thoracic kyphosis and an elevated left shoulder, also on touch of the left shoulder the upper trapezius is tight. Aggravation of the injury
Another patient stated how after having surgery on her rotator cuff, her surgeon recommended seeing a physical therapist three times a week for six month. Such extensive therapy was recommended to ensure that the patient regained complete use of her arm. However, due to the patient being retired, she could not afford the extra $120 a week (“The New York Physical Therapy Association”). Clearly, the high cost of physical therapy is hindering the recovery process for many individuals. By not receiving the treatment that they need, an individual may exacerbate their condition resulting in the need for either strong medications or more limitations. Either outcome is not desirable especially for those that are sensitive to medication or that have physical
The healing process was grueling, I had to go back to physical therapy three times a week
Physical therapy has grown increasing more useful as the years’ progress and more is learned about the human body and its movements, interactions, and mechanisms. Someone may go to physical therapy for injury, recovery, in order to maintain function, or even due to a stroke and is trying to work on walking again. Patients of a physical therapist can include, but is not limited to, elderly, children, accident victims, athletes, those with conditions such as arthritis or fractures, etc. The possibilities are endless for potential physical therapy patients (Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences).
Physical Therapy is the one of the most important thing a person may need when recovering from an injury or disease. P.T.’s are highly educated professionals that teach their applicants how to recover and build their strength up the right way such as exercise, manual therapy, hydrotherapy, electrical therapy and ultrasound therapy. Physical Therapy has been a top chosen profession since World War 1 when Physical therapists were originally called Reconstruction Aids. Physical Therapy first started off as a predominately female career, but as the years progressed more and more males started to enter this chosen profession. During WW1 there were many cases of musculoskeletal injuries that involved soldiers whom were treated by Physical