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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Tennis Elbow or Lateral epicondylitis is a condition with the
histopathologic features of tendinosis, which involves the common wrist Extensor
origin, particularly the origin of Extensor carpi radialis. Tennis Elbow is a common
condition seen in general clinics and prevalence reported that adults affect 1% to 3%
per each year. This condition is primarily a degenerative overuse process of the
Extensor Carpi radialis brevis and other wrist Extensors such as Extensor Carpi
radialis longus, Extensor digitorum, Extensor digit minima and Extensor ulnar is can
also involve. Any activity involving excessive and repetitive use of these muscle may
cause the tendinitis. Smoking and obesity have been identified as significant risk
factors. Functional impingement of the shoulder due to altered joint mechanism and
muscle imbalance can impair the stabilization of the shoulder resulting in over
compensation of the Extensor of the wrist. Changes in the shoulder may lead to
altered and compensatory changes in the forearm and hand which may overload the
muscles of the forearm during repetitive movements, thus causing symptoms of
Lateral epicondylitis. To date, the studies related to role of rotator cuff muscle
strength in tennis elbow is unclear. OBJECTIVE: To analyze the efficacy of rotator
cuff strengthening exercise and forearm muscles strengthening exercise in patients
with acute tennis elbow. METHODS: Experimental study,30 sample size with
positive cozen test, age group between 30 to 45 years of both female and male were
chosen and put into two groups.15 patients in group A received rotator cuff
strengthening exercises and group B received in a forearm muscle strengthening
exercises. OUTCOMEMEASURES: Numerical pain rating scale (NPRS), ROM,
Toxophore elbow score. RESULTS: The statistical analysis shows that there is a
significant improvement between group A and group B.The comparison of group A
and group B result is higher improvement of group A.CONCLUSION:The results
suggests that there is a superlative effect of rotator cuff muscle strengthening exercise
along with ultrasound therapy in patients with acute TE condition than forearm
muscle strengthening exercises with ultrasound.
KEY WORDS: Tennis elbow, Rotator cuff strengthening exercises with dumbbells,
Forearm strengthening exercises with dumbells, ultrasound.
2. REVIEW OF LITERATURE 4
3. METHODOLOGY 6
4. DATA ANALYSIS 14
5. RESULT 37
6. DISCUSSION 41
7. CONCLUSION 43
9. REFERENCES 45
10. ANNEXURES 48
INDEX
INTRODUCTION
Tennis elbow, commonly referred to as lateral epicondylalgia (LE), is a
painful, incapacitating musculoskeletal ailment that affects 1-3% of the population.
The condition has a significant impact on society and presents challenges for medical
professionals. There are several symptoms of it, including discomfort around the
lateral epicondyle of the humerus, pain during gripping activities, and pain during
resistance to wrist, middle finger, or both dorsiflexion’s.
Extensor digitorum, extensor carpi ulnar is, and carpi radialis longus may also
be involved. Extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) origin is the tendon that is most
frequently affected. Degenerative or unsuccessful tendon repair is characterized by
the appearance of fibroblastic, vascular, and disordered collagen responses.1
Dumbbells are used in this research to strengthen the rotator muscles. The
process includes an explanation of the protocols.
The forearm is the component of the upper limb situated between the elbow
and the wrist. The lateral-located radius and ulna make up the skeletal framework of
the bone. (medially). The muscles of the forearm play a crucial role in the movement
and control of the hand, wrist, and fingers. There are 20 muscles in the forearm,
which are separated into two groups based on their actions on the joints: Anterior
(flexor) muscles: These muscles are located on the front (or anterior) of the forearm
and are responsible for flexing the wrist, fingers, and thumb. Some of the important
anterior muscles include the flexor carpi radialis, flexor carpi ulnar is, and the flexor
digitorum superficialis. Posterior (extensor) muscles: These muscles are on the back
(or posterior) of the forearm and helps in extending the wrist, fingers, and thumb.
Some of the important posterior muscles include the extensor carpi radialis longus,
extensor carpi radialis brevis, and the extensor digitorum. These muscles work in
coordination to perform a wide range of activities, from simple actions such as
gripping and lifting objects to complex movements such as playing a musical
instrument or typing on a keyboard. They also help in fine motor activities that
require precise control of the hand, such as writing or using tools. The forearm
muscles are critical for the movement and control of the hand, wrist, and fingers, and
they allow for intricate motions that are essential for fine motor activities.
The wrist muscles are divided into two primary compartments: the anterior
flexor compartment and the posterior extensor compartment. The layers of the face
define the borders of these divisions of the forearm. The wrist contains deep tissue
that surrounds the muscles connecting to the ulna and radius. Compartments are
created by the interosseous membrane between the radius and ulna, and the
intermuscular septum that stems from the anterior region of the radius and merges
with the deep fascia of the forearm. The forearm muscles, also known as the
antebrachium, are responsible for managing the movement of the elbow, forearm,
wrist, and fingers. These muscles are categorized into two groups: internal and
external. The inherent muscles of the radius and ulna allow for pronation and
supination, respectively.
Use weights between 5 and 10 pounds at first. Increase the weight gradually as
you get stronger. Throughout the entire exercise, maintain a firm grip on the
dumbbells. The procedure outlines the forearm muscle building regimen.
The purpose of the study is to compare the rotator cuff strengthening exercise
and forearm muscle strengthening exercise in acute tennis elbow patients. Previous
studies have identified the effectiveness of rotator cuff strengthening exercise and
forearm muscle strengthening exercise but have not compared yet.
REVIEW OF LITERATURE
1. SmitaMaruvada; Antonio Madrasa-Ibarra; Matthew Varicella, et al.
(2022) explains the rotator cuff muscles' anatomical make-up and therapeutic
importance.
2. Pataskala M., Sharmila B., Bhatt H.J., D’Onofrio R., et al. (2020) The
study's findings demonstrated that eccentric wrist extensor training combined
with static stretching had less of an impact on grip strength and pain in
patients with lateral epicondylitis than eccentric wrist extensor training
combined with supinator strengthening.
3. Swapnil Ramteke, Surotama, et al. (2020) The current study's findings
suggest that a rotational cuff strengthening program is very successful at
easing pain and boosting functional activity.
4. Kun-Long Ma, Hai-QiangWang et al. (2020) According to reports, people
with lateral epicondylitis who are between the ages of 35 and 55 frequently
feel uncomfortable and incapable. Most instances take between 12 and 18
months to resolve on their own. However, if the symptoms are persistent and
unresponsive, interventional treatment may be necessary. Nonoperative care
remains the foundation and focal point for treating lateral epicondylitis. Most
instances can be effectively treated with a combination of nonoperative
procedures, with a success rate of up to 90%.
5. Ju-Hyun Lee, Tae-ho Kim, Kyu-bong Lim, et al. (2018)Tennis elbow-
related functional impairments and lateral epicondylitis discomfort can both be
effectively treated with exercises for wrist eccentric control and shoulder
stability.
6. BestamiYalvaç, Neogenesis, DuyguGelerKülcü, Ozan Volkan Yurdakul,
et al (2018) found that extracorporeal shock wave therapy is equally effective
as ultrasound for treating Lateral Epicondylitis in terms of reducing pain and
improving grip strength, functional status, and quality of life. It is not,
however, more efficient than ultrasonography. Extracorporeal shock wave
therapy should only be used as a fallback treatment choice for people who lack
the time or have medical conditions that prevent using ultrasound because of
its shorter sessions and application time.
7. Meenakshi Sharm, Charu Eupen, Jaganath Kamath, et al. (2015) came to
the conclusion that group 2's pain-free grip strength significantly improved
with rotator cuff training while group 1's did not. Therefore, even though it
might not have an effect on the pain and the functional loss, Rotator cuff
strengthening may help people with Lateral epicondylitis achieve Pain-
FreeGripStrength.
8. D Stasinopoulos, K Stasinopoulos, M I Johnson, et al. (2015) Exercise
programs are commonly used to treat Lateral Elbow Tendinopathy, but more
research is needed to determine their effectiveness and the mechanisms of
action of each of its component parts.
9. Roger Menta, j Kevin D'Angelo, Jocelyn Cox, et al. (2015) Conclusion: It is
unclear whether wrist extensors would profit more from strengthening or
stretching when treating chronic lateral epicondylitis. According to the
information at hand, continuing with regular physical activity is still
recommended for hand discomfort of varying duration rather than adding in
supervised progressive strength training.
10. Christoph Weber, et al. (2015) found that treatment differences were less
significant than those between treatment and control groups. Gains in the
control group outpaced those in the therapy group by 50–66%. Only the
treatment groups with a blend of therapy-specific and non-therapy-specific
traits met the standards for clinical applicability time and time again.
11. Lee E. Rosenzweig, Joshua S. Dines, Tal et al. (2014) recommended that the
treatment should focus on proximal muscle strengthening, eccentric wrist
extensor strengthening, and wrist extensor flexibility.
12. Frances L Cullinane, Mark G Boocock, and Trevelyan et al. (2013) showed
that the majority of reliable data strongly support the inclusion of eccentric
exercise as a component of a multimodal therapy program for excellent
efficacy in people with lateral epicondylitis.
13. Jean-Louis Crosier, Marguerite Foidart-Dessalle, France Mimantean-
Michel Crielaard, BénédicteForthomme, et al. (2007) Conclusion: The
results highlight the importance of using eccentric training that is isokinetic
ally tailored in the therapy of chronic lateral epicondylar tendinopathy.
METHODS
SAMPLING SIZE : 30
INCLUSION CRITERIA
EXCLUSION CRITERIA
MATERIALS USED
FIGURE 1: ULTRASOUND
FIGURE 2: DUMBELLS
PROCEDURE
A group of 30 volunteers participated in the study to examine the impact of
various strengthening activities on the rotator cuff muscles and forearm muscles.
Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, the participants were chosen, ensuring that
they complied with the requirements for study participation.
Group A and Group B, each with 15 participants, were formed from the 30
participants at random. Group A was given rotator cuff strengthening exercises, while
Group B was given forearm strengthening exercises.
During the actual test, the patient should gradually increase the weight until
they reach their maximum 1RM weight. It's important to monitor the patient closely
during the test to ensure they are using proper form and technique, and to prevent any
potential injury.
Four separate metrics the NPRS (Numeric Pain Rating Scale), ROM (Range of
Motion), MMT (Manual Muscle Testing), and OXFORD ELBOW SCORE—were
used to assess the study's main results. These parameters were assessed before and
following the six-week period, during which the participants performed a series of
exercises that were supposed to strengthen the specific muscle groups.
At the conclusion of the six-week period, the four primary outcome measures
were compared between both of the groups to evaluate the effect of the different
exercise programmers. This would provide insight into which type of exercise was
more effective for strengthening the targeted muscle groups and improving the
participants' overall condition.
Overall, the study design aimed to test the effectiveness of different types of
strengthening exercises and their impact on the outcomes of interest. By measuring
these outcomes before and after the intervention period, the researchers could
determine whether the exercises had a significant impact on the participants' condition
and which type of exercise was more effective.
Hold a dumbbell in your hand and keep your elbow close to your side.
Rotate your arm inwards towards your body and then outwards away from
your body, using the dumbbell for resistance.
Aim for 30 reps, then continue the exercise program regularly for twice a
day.
Lie face down on a bench or couch, with your affected arm hanging off the
edge and your palm facing the ground.
Hold a dumbbell in your hand and lift your arm up to a 90-degree angle,
with your elbow bent.
Aim for 30 reps, then continue the exercise program regularly for twice a
day.
3. Trapezius Strengthening:
One dumbbell should be held in each hand as you stand with your feet
shoulder-width apart.
Lift your shoulders towards your ears for dumbbell shrugs, then slowly
bring them back down.
Hold the dumbbells in front of your body with your palms facing your
thighs for upright rows. While holding your elbows out to the side, raise the
dumbbells towards your chin and then gradually lower them back down.
Hold the dumbbells at your sides with your palms facing your thighs to
perform wide lateral raises. You raise your arms to shoulder height and
slowly lower them back to the starting position.
GROUP B
This exercise targets the muscles responsible for bending (flexion) and
extending (extension) your wrist. The patient does the exercise while sitting in a chair
with their hands propped up on pillows and weights in their injured hands. The patient
then bends their wrist upwards (flexion) and downwards (extension) while holding the
dumbbells. The patient should perform 30 repetitions of this exercise in each session,
and the recommended frequency is 1 session per day, 2 days per week.
This exercise targets the muscles responsible for turning your forearm. The
patient does the exercise while sitting in a chair with their hands propped up on
pillows and weights in their injured hands. While still holding the dumbbells, the
patient turns their forearm such that their palms are facing up (supination) and down
(pronation). The patient should perform 30 repetitions of this exercise in each session,
and the recommended frequency is 1 session per day, 2 days per week.
This exercise targets the muscles responsible for gripping and squeezing. The
exercise is performed by the patient while they are comfortably seated and given a
rubber stress ball to squeeze. The patient should squeeze the ball as hard as they can
and hold the squeeze for a few seconds before releasing.
The patient should perform 30 repetitions of this exercise in each session, and
the recommended frequency is 1 session per day, 2 days per week.
GROUP A
ROTATION
GROUP B
FIGURE 9: ULTRASOUND FIGURE 10: WRIST FLEXION
OUTCOME MEASURES
1. Oxford elbow score
2. ROM
3. MMT
DATA ANALYSIS
IBM SPSS version 20.0 software was utilized to analyze the data. The NPRS,
ROM, MMT, and OXFORD ELBOW SCORE were evaluated using a paired t-test
and an independent student's t-test.
TABLE 1
PRE AND POST TEST AND OXFORD ELBOW SCORE WITHIN
GROUP-A
NP PRE-TEST PO t- Significance
GROU RS ST TEST test
PA
N MEA S. D MEA S. D
N N
The following table displays the mean, standard-deviation, t-test, and p value for the
NPRS and OXFORD ELBOW SCORE in connection to the pre- and post-test values
for Group-A.
Between the pre and post-test, the NPRS mean value in Group-A declined from 8.93
to 1.80. Between the pre- and post-test, the OXFORD ELBOW SCORE fell, with a
mean score falling from 54.4 to 17.3.
Between pre and post-test, the table shows a considerable decline in the NPRS,
OXFORD ELBOW SCORE value at p<0.05 level.
BAR DIAGRAM 1
PRE AND POST TEST NPRS AND OXFORD ELBOW SCORE
WITHIN GROUP-A
60
54.4
50
40
30
20
17.3
10 8.93
1.8
0
NPRS OXFORD ELBOE SCORE
TABLE 2
ROM IN PRE AND POST TEST WITHIN GROUP A
MEAN t p
OUTCOME TEST N MEAN S. D DIFFERENCE VALUE VALUE
PRE- 15
SUPINATION TEST 39.33 .00 -38.66 -
POST 15 13.907 0.000
TEST 78.00 9.61
PRE- 15
PRONATION TEST 42.33 2.53 -35.33
POST 15 -14.075 0.000
TEST 77.66 8.42
Group-A was compared using pre- and post-test data, and the resulting mean, standard
deviation, t-test, and ROM value are presented in the table.
The Group-A mean value for shoulder flexion increased from 124.33 to 175.33 during
the pre- and post-test.
Shoulder extension ranged from 31.33 to 58.33 before and after the test.
Internal shoulder rotation ranged from 33.33 to 70.00 between the pre- and post-test.
Elbow flexion ranged from 112.00 to 148.33 before and after the test.
The table suggests that the ROM value significantly increased after the test at p>0.05
level.
BAR DIAGRAM 2
78
SUPINATION
39.33
148.33
ELBOW FLEXTION
112
84
SHOULDER EXTERNAL ROTATION
43
70
SHOULDER INTERNAL ROTATION
33.33
174.66
SHOULSER ABDUCTION
125.66
50.33
SHOULDER ADDUCTION
24.66
58.33
SHOULDER EXTENSION
31.33
175.33
SHOULDER FLEXTION
124.33
TABLE 3
MMT IN PRE AND POST TEST WITHIN GROUP A
MEAN t p
OUTCOM TEST N MEAN S. D DIFFERENCE VALU VALUE
E E
PRE-
TEST 15 2.64 .633
SHOULD POST 15
ER TEST 4.71 .46 -2.07 -16.33 0.000
FLEXION
PRE- 15
SHOULD TEST 2.73 .59
ER POST 15 -2.00 -10.24 0.000
EXTENSI TEST 4.73 .45
ON
PRE- 15
SHOULD TEST 2.26 0.7
ER POST 15 -2.2 -15.19 0.000
ADDUCTI TEST 4.46 0.63
ON
PRE- 15
SHOULD TEST 2.20 .56
ER POST 15 -2.00 -14.49 0.000
ABDUCTI TEST 4.20 .41
ON
PRE- 15
SHOULD TEST 2.13 .74 0.000
ER POST 15 -14.49
INTERNA TEST 4.13 .51 -2.00
L ROT
PRE- 15
SHOULD TEST 2.00 .65
ER POST 15 0.000
EXTERN TEST 4.33 .61 -2.33 -14.64
AL ROT
PRE- 15
ELBOW TEST 2.93 .59
FLEXION POST 15 0.000
TEST 4.93 .25 -2.00 -14.49
PRE- 15
ELBOW TEST 2.26 .59
EXTENSI -1.86 -11.29 0.000
ON POST 15
TEST 4.13 .35
PRE- 15
SUPINAT TEST 2.20 .56
ION POST 15 -1.93 -10.64 0.000
TEST 4.13 .35
PRE- 15
PRONATI TEST 2.40 .63 0.000
ON -2.33 -18.52
POST 15
TEST 4.73 .45
The presented table displays the average, variation, t-test score, and MMT p-value for
the Group-A's pre-test and post-test data.
The mean value for the Group-A has increased MMT from Between the pre- and post-
test, the shoulder flexion ranged from 2.64 to 4.71.
Shoulder adduction ranged from 2.26 to 4.46 before and after the test.
Pre- and post-test shoulder abduction ranged from 2.20 to 4.20 degrees.
Pre- and post-test shoulder internal rotation ranged from 2.13 to 4.13.
Pre- and post-test differences in shoulder external rotation ranged from 2.00 to 4.33.
Supination ranged from 2.20 to 4.13 before and after the exam.
The table suggests that the MMT value significantly increased between the pre and
post-test at p >0.05 level.
BAR DIAGRAM 3
MMT IN PRE AND POST TEST WITHIN GROUP A
4.73
PRONATION
2.4
4.13
SUPINATION
2.2
4.13
ELBOW EXTENSION
2.26
4.93
ELBOW FLEXTION
2.93
4.33
SHOULDER EXTERNAL ROTATION
2
4.13
SHOULDER INTERNAL ROTATION
2.13
4.2
SHOULSER ABDUCTION
2.2
4.46
SHOULDER ADDUCTION
2.26
4.73
SHOULDER EXTENSION
2.73
4.71
SHOULDER FLEXTION
2.64
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
TABLE 4
COMPARISON OF PRE AND POST AMONG GROUP B
PRE-TEST P t- significanc
GROUP NPRS OST TEST test e
B
ME S. D MEA S. D
n AN N
The NPRS and OXFORD ELBOW SCORE mean, standard deviation, t-test, and p
value for Group-B is shown in the table above with respect to the pre- and post-test
results.
The mean NPRS score for Group-B declined from 9.06 to 4.53 during the pre- and
post-test. The OXFORD ELBOW SCORE's mean value dropped from 54.46 to 29.06
between the pre- and post-test.
Between pre- and post-test, the table shows a considerable decline in the NPRS,
OXFORD ELBOW SCORE value at p<0.05 level.
BAR DIAGRAM 4
COMPARISON OF PRE AND POST AMONG GROUP B
NPRS AND OXFORD ELBOW SCORE
60
54.4
50
40
30 29.06
20
10 9.06
4.53
0
NPRS OXFORD ELBOE SCORE
TABLE 5
ROM IN PRE AND POST TEST WITHIN GROUP B
Between the pre- and post-test, the shoulder extension ranged from 31.0 to 53.66.
Pre- and post-test shoulder adduction ranged from 26.33 to 47.00 degrees.
Between the pre- and post-test, the shoulder abduction ranged from 119 to 170.00.
Pre- and post-test shoulder internal rotation ranged from 32.00 to 62.33.
Pre- and post-test shoulder external rotation ranged from 38.33 to 80.33.
Between the pre- and post-test, supination ranged from 34.00 to 69.33.
The table suggests that the ROM value significantly increased after the test at p >0.05
level.
BAR DIAGRAM 5
ROM IN PRE AND POST TEST WITHIN GROUP B
73.33
PRONATION
37.33
69.33
SUPINATION
34
139.33
ELBOW FLEXTION
104
80.33
SHOULDER EXTERNAL ROTATION
38.33
62.33
SHOULDER INTERNAL ROTATION
32
170
SHOULSER ABDUCTION
119
47
SHOULDER ADDUCTION
26.33
53.66
SHOULDER EXTENSION
31
170.66
SHOULDER FLEXTION
118.66
TABLE 6
MMT IN PRE AND POST TEST WITHIN GROUP B
MEAN t p
OUTCOME TEST N MEAN S. D DIFFERENCE VALUE VALUE
PRE-
TEST 15 2.13 .51
SHOULDER POST 15 -2.06 -13.48
FLEXION TEST 4.20 .56 0.000
PRE- 15
SHOULDER TEST 2.20 .67 -2.13 -12.91
EXTENSION POST 15 0.000
TEST 4.33 .72
PRE- 15
SHOULDER TEST 1.53 .74 -2.20 -12.60
ADDUCTION POST 15 0.000
TEST 3.73 .79
PRE- 15
SHOULDER TEST 1.66 .72 -2.33 -14.64
ABDUCTION POST 15
TEST 4.00 .92 0.000
PRE- 15
SHOULDER TEST 1.73 .59 -2.20 -12.60
INTERNAL POST 15 0.000
ROT TEST 3.93 .59
PRE- 15
SHOULDER TEST 1.80 .67 -2.13 -12.91
EXTERNAL POST 15 0.000
ROT TEST 3.93 .79
PRE- 15
ELBOW TEST 2.26 .59 -2.20 -15.19
FLEXION POST 15 0.000
TEST 4.46 .51
PRE- 15
ELBOW TEST 1.93 .45 -2.13 -23.48
EXTENSION POST 15 0.000
TEST 4.06 .25
PRE- 15
SUPINATION TEST 1.40 .50 -2.13 -16.00
0.000
POST 15
TEST 3.53 .63
PRE- 15
PRONATION TEST 1.80 .67 -2.20 -20.57
0.000
POST 15
TEST 4.00 .75
The pre- and post-test values for Group-B are shown in the table above along with the
mean, standard deviation, t-test, and MMT p-value.
The Group-B showed a MMT Increase in mean value, from shoulder flexion 2.13 to
4.20 between the pre- and post-test.
Between the pre- and post-test, shoulder extension increased from 2.20 to 4.33.
Pre- and post-test shoulder adduction ranged from 1.53 to 3.73 degrees.
Pre- and post-test shoulder abduction ranged from 1.66 to 4.00 degrees.
Pre- and post-test shoulder internal rotation ranged from 1.73 to 3.93.
Pre and posttest shoulder external rotation ranged from 1.80 to 3.93.
Supination ranged from 1.40 to 3.53 before and after the test.
Pronation ranged from 1.80 to 4.00 before and after the test.
The table suggests that the MMT value significantly increased between the pre- and
post-test at p>0.05 level.
BAR DIAGRAM 6
4.73
PRONATION
1.8
3.53
SUPINATION
1.4
4.06
ELBOW EXTENSION
1.93000000000001
4.46
ELBOW FLEXTION
2.26
3.93
SHOULDER EXTERNAL ROTATION
1.8
3.93
SHOULDER INTERNAL ROTATION
1.73
4
SHOULSER ABDUCTION
1.66
3.73
SHOULDER ADDUCTION
1.53
4.33
SHOULDER EXTENSION
2.2
4.2
SHOULDER FLEXTION
2.13
The above table shows that decrease In NPRS and OXFORD ELBOW SCORE mean
value in both post Group-A and Group-B.
The table infers Not significant decrease in NPRS, OXFORD ELBOW SCORE value
between post Group-A and Group-B at p <0.05 level.
BAR DIAGRAM 7
COMPARISON OF NPRS AND OXFORD ELBOW SCORE
WITHIN POST GROUP A AND POST GROUP B
35
30 29.06
25
20
17.33
15
10
5 4.53
1.8
0
NPRS OXFORD ELBOE SCORE
TABLE 8
ROM IN POST GROUP A AND POST GROUP B
OUTCOME MEAN t p
GROUP N MEAN S. D
DIFFERENCE VALUE VALUE
GROUP 15
SHOULDER A 84.00 7.60
EXTERNAL 0.11
GROUP 15
ROT 3.67 1.61
B 80.33 4.41
GROUP 15
ELBOW A 148.33 2.43
FLEXION 0.000
GROUP 15
9.00 9.81
B 139.33 2.58
GROUP 15
SUPINATION A 78.00 2.53
GROUP 15 8.70 8.22 0.000
B 69.33 3.19
GROUP 15
PRONATION A 77.66 3.19
GROUP 15 4.33 3.47 0.000
B 73.33 3.61
The above table shows the mean, standard deviation, t-test, and ROM p-value for the
comparison of post and post for groups A and B.
The mean value of ROM for shoulder flexion in Group-A increased from 175.33 to
170.66 between the post-test of Group-A and Group-B.
Shoulder extension across groups A and B post-test ranged from 58.33 to 53.66.
Shoulder adduction of groups A and B after the posttest varied from 50.33 to 47.00.
Shoulder abduction ranged from 114.66 to 170.00 between groups A and B after the
post-test.
Shoulder internal rotation of group A and group B post-tests ranged from 70.00 to
62.33.
Between the post-test for groups A and B, the shoulder's external rotation decreased
from 84.00 to 80.33.
Elbow flexion ranged from 148.00 to 139.33 between groups A and B after the post-
test.
Supination varied between group A and group B post-test from 78.00 to 69.33.
Pronation varied between group A and group B after the post-test by 77.66 to 73.33.
The table suggests a substantial increase in ROM between post-test results for groups
A and B value at p>0.05 level.
BAR DIAGRAM 8
73.33
PRONATION
77.66
69.33
SUPINATION
78
139.33
ELBOW FLEXTION
148.33
80.33
SHOULDER EXTERNAL ROTATION
84
62.33
SHOULDER INTERNAL ROTATION
70
170
SHOULSER ABDUCTION
174.66
47
SHOULDER ADDUCTION
50.33
53.66
SHOULDER EXTENSION
58.33
170.66
SHOULDER FLEXTION
175.33
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
MEAN t p
OUTCOME GROUP N MEAN S. D DIFFERENCE VALUE VALUE
GROUP 15 .48
SHOULDER A 4.66
FLEXION GROUP 15 0.46 2.43 0.022
B 4.20 .56
GROUP 15
SHOULDER A 4.73 .45
EXTENSION 0.4 1.80 0.081
GROUP 15
B 4.33 .72
GROUP 15
SHOULDER A 4.20 .41
ADDUCTION GROUP 15 0.6 2.00 0.054
B 3.73 .79
GROUP 15
SHOULDER A 4.46 .63
ABDUCTION GROUP 15 0.46 1.60 0.120
B 4.00 .92
GROUP 15
SHOULDER A 4.13 .51
INTERNAL GROUP 15 0.2 0.98 0.333
ROT B 3.93 .59
GROUP 15
SHOULDER A 4.33 .61
EXTERNAL
GROUP 15
ROT 0.4 1.53 0.136
B 3.93 .79
GROUP 15
ELBOW A 4.93 .25
FLEXION GROUP 15
B 4.46 .51 0.46 3.13 0.004
GROUP 15
ELBOW A 4.13 .35
EXTENSION GROUP 15 0.07 0.59 0.559
B 4.06 .25
GROUP 15
SUPINATION A 4.46 .51
GROUP 15 0.93 4.39 0.000
B 3.53 .63
GROUP 15
PRONATION A 4.73 .45
GROUP 0.73 3.21 0.003
B 4.00 .75
In the table above, for the comparison of Post and Post for groups A and B, the mean,
standard deviation, t-test, and MMT p-value are shown.
Group A Post test showed a MMT between the Post tests of groups A and B. Mean
value increased from 4.66 to 4.20 with shoulder flexion.
Shoulder extension between groups A and B was 4.73 to 4.33 at the post-test.
Shoulder adduction varied across groups A and B in the post-test from 4.20 to 3.73.
The difference between group A and group B's post-test shoulder abduction was 4.46
to 4.00.
Post test differences between groups A and B were 4.13 to 3.93 in terms of shoulder
internal rotation.
The difference between group A and group B's post-test elbow flexion was 4.93 to
4.46.
Elbow extension between groups A and B during the post-test was 4.13 to 4.06.
Between group A and group B on the post-test, supination ranged from 4.46 to 3.53.
Between group A and group B on the post-test, pronation was 4.73 to 4.00.
The table suggests Between pre- and post-test values, the MMT value developed
considerably (p>0.05).
BAR DIAGRAM 9
MMT IN POST GROUP A AND GROUP B
4
PRONATION
4.73
3.53
SUPINATION
4.46
4.06
ELBOW EXTENSION
4.13
4.46
ELBOW FLEXTION
4.93
3.93
SHOULDER EXTERNAL ROTATION
4.33
3.93
SHOULDER INTERNAL ROTATION
4.13
4
SHOULSER ABDUCTION
4.46
3.73
SHOULDER ADDUCTION
4.2
4.33
SHOULDER EXTENSION
4.73
4.2
SHOULDER FLEXTION
4.66
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
According to Table and bar diagram 1 The mean NPRS value for Group A
declined from 8.93 to 1.80 during the pre- and post-test. Between the pre- and post-
test, the OXFORD ELBOW SCORE fell, with a mean score falling from 54.4 to 17.3.
The table shows a marked decline in the NPRS and Oxford ELBOW Score
values between the pre- and post-test value at p<0.05 level.
The table suggests that the ROM value significantly increased after the test
value at p>0.05 level.
According to Table and bar diagram 3 The average for Group-A has grown
MMT from the shoulder flexion varied between the pre- and post-test from 2.64 to
4.71. Pre- and post-test shoulder extension ranged from 2.73 to 4.73. Shoulder
adduction ranged from 2.26 to 4.46 before and after the test. Pre- and post-test
shoulder abduction ranged from 2.20 to 4.20 degrees. Pre- and post-test shoulder
internal rotation ranged from 2.13 to 4.13. Pre- and post-test differences in shoulder
external rotation ranged from 2.00 to 4.33. Pre and posttest elbow flexion ranged from
2.93 to 4.93. Pre- and post-test elbow extension ranged from 2.26 to 4.13. Supination
ranged from 2.20 to 4.13 before and after the exam. Pre- and post-test pronation
ranged from 2.40 to 4.73.
The table suggests that the MMT value significantly increased between the
pre- and post-test value at p>0.05 level.
According to Table and bar diagram 4 The mean NPRS score for Group-B
declined from 9.06 to 4.53 during the pre- and post-test. The OXFORD ELBOW
SCORE's mean value dropped from 54.46 to 29.06 between the pre- and post-test.
Between pre- and post-test, the table shows a considerable decline in the
NPRS, OXFORD ELBOW SCORE value at p<0.05 level.
According to Table and bar diagram 5 Between the pretest and posttest, the
mean value for Shoulder flexion in Group-B increased from 118.66 to 170.66.
Between the pretest and posttest, the shoulder extension ranged from 31.0 to 53.66.
Pretest and posttest shoulder adduction ranged from 26.33 to 47.00 degrees. Between
the pretest and posttest, the shoulder abduction ranged from 119 to 170.00. Pretest and
posttest shoulder internal rotation ranged from 32.00 to 62.33. Pretest and posttest
shoulder external rotation ranged from 38.33 to 80.33. Elbow flexion increased from
pretest to posttest by 104.00 to 139.33. Between the pretest and posttest, supination
ranged from 34.00 to 69.33. Between the pretest and posttest, pronation increased by
37.33 to 73.33.
The table suggests that the ROM value significantly increased after the test at
p>0.05 level.
The table infers significant increase in MMT value between pre- and post- test
at p>0.05 level.
The table infers significant increase in ROM value between posttest of group
A and group B at p>0.05 level.
According to Table and bar diagram 9 Group A Post test showed a MMT
between the Post tests of groups A and B. Mean value increased from 4.66 to 4.20
with shoulder flexion.
Shoulder extension between groups A and B was 4.73 to 4.33 at the post-test.
Shoulder adduction varied across groups A and B in the post-test from 4.20 to 3.73.
The difference between group A and group B's post-test shoulder abduction was 4.46
to 4.00. Post test differences between groups A and B were 4.13 to 3.93 in terms of
shoulder internal rotation. Shoulder external rotation between groups A and B was
4.33 to 3.93. The difference between group A and group B's post-test elbow flexion
was 4.93 to 4.46. Elbow extension between groups A and B during the post-test was
4.13 to 4.06. Between group A and group B on the post-test, supination ranged from
4.46 to 3.53. Between group A and group B on the post-test, pronation was 4.73 to
4.00. The table suggests that the MMT value significantly increased between the pre-
and post-test value at p>0.05 level.
DISCUSSION
1-3% of people suffer from tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylalgia
(LE), a painful, incapacitating musculoskeletal condition. The sickness has a negative
impact on -society and causes problems for the healthcare industry.
Both the rotator cuff muscles and the forearm muscles are important muscle
groups that are equally responsible to the stability and movement of the upper
extremities.
The four muscles comprising the rotator cuff originate from the scapula and
attach to the humerus bone of the upper arm. Together, these muscles stabilize the
shoulder joint and enable actions like internal and external rotation, arm abduction,
and adduction. Those who undertake manual labor or engage in repetitive motions
that put stress on the shoulder joint, such as baseball pitchers and swimmers, as well
as athletes who engage in overhead exercises, should pay special attention to their
rotator cuff muscles.
On the other hand, a group of muscles known as the forearm muscles join to
the wrist and hand bones after emerging from the humerus. These muscles control
motions like pronation and supination of the forearm as well as flexion and extension
of the wrist. For tasks requiring gripping and object manipulation, such as typing,
playing an instrument, and doing manual labor, the forearm muscles are especially
crucial.
While the rotator cuff muscles and forearm muscles serve different functions,
they are both critical for maintaining optimal upper extremity function and preventing
injuries related to overuse or trauma. Regular exercise, proper form during activities,
and rest and recovery after strenuous activity can all help to maintain the health and
function of these important muscle groups.
Changes in the shoulder may result in altered and compensatory changes in the
forearm and hand, overloading the forearm muscles during repeated motions and
contributing to the symptoms of TE.
During the procedure, the therapist moves the probe continuously over the
selected area of the body for 7 minutes. The intensity or power of the ultrasound can
be adjusted according to the desired therapeutic effect. This adjustment can be made
by the therapist based on the patient's individual needs and the specific condition
being treated.
The sound waves generated by the ultrasound probe cause vibration in the
body tissues, which produces heat. This heat increases the blood flow to the area,
which helps to reduce inflammation and swelling. As a result of the increased blood
flow, the area's cells receive more nutrients and oxygen, which aids in the healing
process.
During the ultrasound therapy, some people may feel a mild pulsing sensation
or a slight warmth in the treated-area. These sensations are normal and generally not
uncomfortable. However, if you experience any pain or discomfort during the
procedure, it's important to let your therapist know so that they can adjust the intensity
of the ultrasound.
Exercises to strengthen the forearm and rotator cuff were given to research
participants who had acute tennis elbow. associated with improved and statistically
significant results-for the Oxford Elbow Score, Manual Muscle Test, and Numerical
Pain Rating Scale. 30 individuals between the ages of 30 and 45 were chosen and
received treatment.
CONCLUSION
The results suggests that there is an-superlative effect of rotator cuff muscle
strengthening exercise along with ultrasound therapy in patients with acute TE
condition than forearm muscle strengthening exercises with ultrasound.
LIMITATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
LIMITATIONS
Study duration was less
Awareness was very less that TE can be treated with strengthening exercises
RECOMMENDATIONS
Study can do with longer duration
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I was explained in detail about the procedure of the study and understood the
requirements and benefits of this study.
DATE: SIGNATURE
PLACE:
ANNEXURE III
ASSESMENT FORM
Name:
Age:
Gender:
Occupation:
Address:
Phone number:
Date of assessment:
Hand dominance:
Chief complaints:
Present history:
Past history:
Medical history:
PAIN ASSESSMENT:
Onset:
Duration:
Nature:
Type:
Irritability:
24 hours pattern:
Aggravating factors:
Relieving factors:
Severity VAS:
NPRS
ROM
SHOULDER:
Flexion
Extension
Adduction
Abduction
Internal rotation
External rotation
ELBOW:
Flexion
Extension
Supination
MMT Pronation
SHOULDER:
Flexion
Extension
Adduction
Abduction
Internal rotation
External rotation
ELBOW:
Flexion
Extension
Supination
Pronation
ANNEXURE IV
NPRS
ANNEXURE V
OXRORD ELBOW SCORE
ANNEXURE VI
MASTER CHART
GROUP 1:
ROM Shoulder
NPRS Internal External
Flexion Extension Adduction Abduction
S.n Gende Ag Rotation Rotation
o r e Pr Pre Pre Pre Pre Pre
Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos Pre Pos
e - - - - -
t t t t t t - t
tes Tes Tes Tes Tes Tes
test test test test test test test test
t t t t t t
1 1 21 9 2 140 170 40 55 25 50 145 170 50 70 70 85
2 1 24 9 3 130 175 40 55 30 50 140 170 45 70 40 65
3 1 38 9 1 135 180 45 60 25 50 135 175 40 70 55 85
4 2 42 8 2 140 155 40 60 30 55 140 180 35 75 50 80
5 1 29 9 1 145 175 35 55 20 45 135 175 30 75 45 80
6 2 37 10 2 130 180 40 60 15 50 130 170 25 70 40 90
7 1 39 10 2 120 180 30 60 25 50 125 180 45 75 40 85
8 2 24 9 1 120 175 20 60 20 50 130 180 35 70 45 90
9 2 29 8 3 105 180 25 55 25 55 125 175 20 65 35 85
10 1 38 8 2 120 175 30 60 25 50 110 180 25 60 30 90
11 2 32 9 2 115 175 25 60 20 50 120 150 30 70 35 90
12 1 48 8 1 105 175 20 60 20 50 110 180 30 70 35 90
13 2 19 9 2 115 180 25 60 30 50 115 180 35 75 45 70
14 2 25 10 2 120 175 30 55 35 50 120 175 30 70 45 85
15 2 29 9 1 125 180 25 60 25 50 105 180 25 65 35 90
MMT Shoulder
NPRS Internal External
Flexion Extension Adduction Abduction
S.n Gende Ag Rotation Rotation
o r e Pr Pr Pr Pr Pr Pr
Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos
e Pre Post e e e e e
t t t t t t
tes test test tes tes tes tes tes
test test test test test test
t t t t t t
grad grad
1 1 21 9 2 3 5 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4
e2 e4
2 1 24 9 3 4 5 3 4 2 4 2 5 2 4 2 4
3 1 38 9 1 3 5 4 5 2 4 2 4 1 3 1 4
4 2 42 8 2 2 4 2 5 1 4 1 4 2 4 1 3
5 1 29 9 1 3 5 2 5 2 4 1 3 1 4 1 4
6 2 37 10 2 3 5 3 4 2 4 3 5 2 4 2 4
7 1 39 10 2 2 5 3 4 2 4 3 5 2 4 3 5
8 2 24 9 1 2 4 3 5 3 5 3 5 2 4 2 5
9 2 29 8 3 3 5 3 5 2 4 2 5 3 4 2 5
10 1 38 8 2 3 5 2 5 3 4 2 5 3 4 3 4
11 2 32 9 2 2 4 3 5 2 5 3 4 3 5 2 5
12 1 48 8 1 3 5 2 4 3 4 3 5 2 4 3 5
13 2 19 9 2 2 5 3 5 2 4 2 4 3 5 2 5
14 2 25 10 2 3 5 3 5 2 4 3 5 1 4 2 4
15 2 29 9 1 2 4 2 5 3 5 2 4 3 5 2 4
MMT Elbow Oxford
NPRS Elbow
Flexion Extension Supination Pronation Score
S.no Gender Age
Pos Pre Pos Pre Pos Pre Pos
Pre Post Pre
Pre test Post test t tes t tes t tes t
test test test
test t test t test t test
1 1 21 9 2 4 5 3 4 2 5 2 5 51 16
2 1 24 9 3 3 5 3 4 2 5 2 4 46 25
3 1 38 9 1 3 5 2 4 2 5 2 4 52 18
4 2 42 8 2 4 5 3 4 2 4 2 5 56 17
5 1 29 9 1 3 5 2 4 1 4 1 4 56 16
6 2 37 10 2 3 5 2 4 2 4 3 5 55 18
7 1 39 10 2 3 5 2 4 3 5 3 5 56 16
8 2 24 9 1 3 5 2 4 3 5 2 5 54 15
9 2 29 8 3 3 5 2 4 3 4 2 4 56 15
10 1 38 8 2 2 4 3 5 2 4 3 5 57 16
11 2 32 9 2 2 5 3 4 2 5 2 5 58 19
12 1 48 8 1 3 5 2 5 2 4 3 5 56 17
13 2 19 9 2 3 5 2 4 2 4 3 5 55 16
14 2 25 10 2 3 5 1 4 2 4 3 5 54 17
15 2 29 9 1 2 5 2 4 3 5 3 5 54 19
GROUP 2:
ROM Shoulder
NPRS Internal External
Flexion Extension Adduction Abduction
S.n Gende Ag Rotation Rotation
o r e Pr Pr Pr Pr Pr Pr Pr
Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos
e e e e e e e
t t t t t t t
tes tes tes tes tes tes tes
test test test test test test test
t t t t t t t
10 10
1 1 38 10 5 170 25 50 20 45 175 30 60 35 85
0 5
10 11
2 2 48 9 5 175 30 55 25 50 170 30 55 30 80
5 0
12 11
3 2 33 8 4 170 30 55 25 45 165 25 60 30 80
0 0
13 12
4 1 43 9 4 180 45 60 30 50 170 35 65 45 80
0 5
11 12
5 2 29 10 5 170 40 60 25 55 175 25 60 45 85
0 0
11 11
6 1 28 9 5 170 35 50 30 40 165 35 65 40 70
5 5
12 12
7 2 39 9 5 170 30 55 35 50 170 30 65 45 80
0 0
11 11
8 2 33 10 4 175 25 55 30 45 175 35 65 40 85
0 5
10 11
9 1 22 8 4 170 20 50 20 40 165 30 60 35 75
5 0
12 13
10 1 39 9 6 170 30 50 25 45 160 35 60 35 80
5 0
12 11
11 2 29 9 4 170 30 55 25 50 175 25 60 30 85
0 0
14 13
12 2 35 9 5 170 30 50 35 50 175 35 60 40 75
5 0
12 13
13 1 31 10 4 170 20 55 20 50 170 35 60 45 80
0 0
12 13
14 1 26 9 4 165 35 55 30 45 170 45 70 40 80
5 0
13 12
15 2 41 8 4 165 40 50 20 45 170 30 70 40 85
0 5
ROM ELBOW
NPRS
S.n Gende Flexion Extension Supination Pronation
Age
o r Pos
Pre Post Pre Post Pre
Pre test Post test Pre test Post test t
test test test test test
test
1 1 38 10 5 95 140 0 0 30 70 35 75
2 2 48 9 5 100 145 0 0 25 65 30 75
3 2 33 8 4 105 140 0 0 20 70 35 75
4 1 43 9 4 100 140 0 0 35 70 30 75
5 2 29 10 5 105 140 0 0 30 70 35 75
6 1 28 9 5 100 140 0 0 25 65 30 70
7 2 39 9 5 110 140 0 0 30 70 45 75
8 2 33 10 4 105 135 0 0 35 70 45 75
9 1 22 8 4 100 135 0 0 40 65 35 70
10 1 39 9 6 115 140 0 0 60 75 55 80
11 2 29 9 4 105 140 0 0 30 75 35 75
12 2 35 9 5 105 140 0 0 40 70 35 75
13 1 31 10 4 115 140 0 0 35 70 35 70
14 1 26 9 4 100 140 0 0 35 70 40 70
15 2 41 8 4 100 135 0 0 40 65 40 65
MMT Shoulder
NPRS Internal External
Flexion Extension Adduction Abduction
S.n Gende Ag Rotation Rotation
o r e Pr Pr Pr Pr Pr Pr Pr
Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos Pos
e e e e e e e
t t t t t t t
tes tes tes tes tes tes tes
test test test test test test test
t t t t t t t
1 1 38 10 5 3 4 2 3 3 4 3 5 2 4 1 4
2 2 48 9 5 2 5 1 4 2 4 2 5 1 4 2 4
3 2 33 8 4 2 4 3 5 1 4 1 4 2 5 3 5
4 1 43 9 4 2 5 3 5 2 4 1 4 2 5 2 5
5 2 29 10 5 1 4 2 5 1 4 2 4 1 4 2 5
6 1 28 9 5 2 4 1 4 1 4 2 5 1 4 2 5
7 2 39 9 5 3 5 2 5 1 4 2 4 2 4 1 3
8 2 33 10 4 2 4 3 5 2 5 2 5 3 4 2 4
9 1 22 8 4 3 5 2 4 1 3 1 4 2 4 3 4
10 1 39 9 6 2 4 3 5 2 4 3 5 2 4 1 3
11 2 29 9 4 2 3 2 3 1 2 1 2 2 3 2 3
12 2 35 9 5 2 4 2 4 1 3 1 3 2 4 2 4
13 1 31 10 4 2 4 3 5 3 5 2 4 1 3 1 3
14 1 26 9 4 2 4 2 4 1 3 1 3 2 4 2 4
15 2 41 8 4 2 4 2 4 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3
I declare that the above information has been verified and found true to the best of
my knowledge.
Name & Signature of the Guide Name & Signature of the Co-
Supervisor/ Co-Guide