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Subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) is a common problem in clinical practice that affects the functionality of the shoulder. This study investigates the effectiveness of virtual reality (VR) assisted therapy in treating this syndrome, focusing on assessment using the Constant-Murley shoulder score. Materials and Methods: A group of 288 participants was randomly divided into two categories: an experimental group that received VR therapy and a control group that underwent conventional therapy. The Constant-Murley shoulder score assessed patients' progress, measuring shoulder function, joint mobility, and associated pain. Results: The participants underwent therapeutic interventions for 50 weeks, and the results were compared between the two groups. The experimental group that benefited from VR therapy showed significant improvements in Constant-Murley scores, indicating an increase in shoulder functionality, joint mobility, and pain reduction compared to the control group. Conclusion: VR therapy has proven effective in improving shoulder functionality in patients with SIS according to the Constant-Murley score. These results support the use of VR as an innovative and promising therapeutic option in treating this musculoskeletal condition. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) is a prevalent cause of shoulder pain and dysfunction. This study investigates the impact of virtual reality (VR) therapy on shoulder function, joint dysfunction, and pain in SIS patients, comparing its effectiveness to traditional rehabilitation methods. Materials and Methods: Over 50 weeks, 288 participants with SIS were recruited and divided into two groups: an experimental group (EG) receiving VR-augmented therapy and a control group (CG) undergoing conventional rehabilitation. Recovery was assessed using the Painful Arch Test and Simple Shoulder Test (SST) at key intervals (T0, T1, T2, and T3). Statistical analysis was conducted to evaluate recovery times and functional improvements. Results: The EG showed significantly faster recovery with a mean duration of 6.04 weeks compared to 7.01 weeks for the CG (p = 0.0041), as determined by the Welch Two Sample t-test. The 95% confidence interval (0.3137 to 1.6330) confirmed the reliability of these findings. The VR group demonstrated sustained functional improvements, as evidenced by narrower interquartile ranges and more stable SST scores over time, particularly by Session 18, indicating reduced variability and faster recovery compared to the CG. Conclusion: VR therapy significantly accelerates recovery in SIS patients, offering faster and more consistent outcomes compared to conventional rehabilitation. These findings highlight the potential of VR as a non-invasive and effective treatment for improving shoulder function in SIS. Further research is warranted to explore its long-term efficacy and potential for personalized rehabilitation programs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: This systematic review examines the clinical presentations and prevalence of scapulohumeral periarthritis (SP) by synthesizing the relevant literature from open-access articles from international databases (Medline, Pedro, and EBSCO)., Methods: Keywords guiding the review included 'scapulohumeral periarthritis', 'clinical forms', 'incidence', 'impingement syndrome, 'calcifying tendinitis', 'bicipital tendonitis', 'shoulder bursitis', 'adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder', 'rotator cuff tears', 'functional assessment', and 'clinical trials'. Eligible studies included randomized controlled trials, nonrandomized controlled trials, cross-sectional studies, and review articles published between 1972 and 2024., Results: Our screening identified 2481 initial articles, of which 621 were further reviewed for eligibility resulting in 107 articles that met the relevance criteria. The findings highlight six distinct clinical forms of SP, such as partial rotator cuff tears and calcific tendinitis, each characterized by specific pathological features and prevalence patterns. Key factors contributing to SP include injuries, scapular instability, acromion deformities, and degenerative rotator cuff changes. Functional assessments, including the Neer, Hawkins, Pain Arc, and Yocum tests, demonstrated diagnostic value in distinguishing SP from other shoulder conditions., Conclusions: By comprehensively analyzing the clinical forms, functional assessment methods, and prevalent lesions of SP, functional testing can improve early diagnosis and guide personalized physiotherapy protocols for optimal rehabilitation in the physiotherapist's practice.