Open AccessTHE USE OF POSTURAL RESTORATION FOR TREATMENT OF CHRONIC ROTATOR CUFF PATHOLOGY: A CASE REPORT
Author(s) -
Jacob L Waldron,
Michael A. McKenney,
Michelle N Samuel,
Tedd J Girouard,
Catherine Turner,
Kara N. Radzak
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
international journal of sports physical therapy
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2159-2896
DOI - 10.26603/ijspt20200832
Subject(s) - medicine , rotator cuff , rehabilitation , physical therapy , physical medicine and rehabilitation , core stability , diaphragmatic breathing , hamstring , internal rotation , external rotation , surgery , mechanical engineering , alternative medicine , pathology , engineering
Postural Restoration Institute® (PRI) theories and rehabilitation techniques focus on restoring balance to anatomical systems. Common postural asymmetries can present in athletes as dysfunctions and limitations. The purpose of this case report was to examine the use of PRI exercises and theories to address pelvic alignment, along with core stabilization, during treatment of shoulder dysfunction in a collegiate volleyball player.