CHANGES IN MUSCULAR TISSUE AFTER SHOULDER INJURY ASSOCIATED WITH NEUROGENIC PATHOLOGY

Abstract

Aim. The paper aims to identify changes in the muscular tissue of the injured upper extremity during rehabilitation of athletes of different ages with shoulder injury associated with neurogenic pathology. Materials and methods. The study was conducted at City Clinical Hospital No 1. Patients with shoulder fracture associated with neurogenic pathology were involved in the study. The mechanical properties of injured tissue were assessed by MyotonPRO. Statistical analysis was performed using Student’s t-test. Results. Significant improvement of muscle tone and elasticity was recorded after rehabilitation measures for the affected shoulder. Positive changes were found in terms of dynamic stiffness in muscle. Rehabilitation exercises resulted in the following positive changes: pain relief, sensitivity and strength enhancement. Conclusion. The use of Myoton PRO allows to provide the objective assessment of tissue injury. The data obtained can be used for rehabilitation purposes and for reducing both treatment and sick leave time.