Date of Award
1995
Document Type
Scholarly Project
Degree Name
Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)
Department
Physical Therapy
First Advisor
Thomas Mohr
Keywords
Shoulder Dislocation; Shoulder Joint
Abstract
Multidirectional instability (MOl) of the shoulder is an increasingly recognized clinical entity to physical therapists, yet it remains poorly defined and not fully understood. The clinical importance of correct diagnosis is necessary for rehabilitation and surgical procedures. The purpose of this paper is to address the issue of MOl and its importance in the field of physical therapy.
General anatomy will be presented with attention given to biomechanics which may lead to this pathology. Etiological factors will be discussed including symptoms and proper diagnostic procedures for instability. Finally, treatment of multidirectional instability will be reviewed with a focus on proprioceptive exercises for the shoulder complex.
This literature review will give physical therapists an in-depth look at MOl of the shoulder. This review may also promote further research to determine the most beneficial physical therapy rehabilitation program for multidirectional instability.
Recommended Citation
Ivesdal, Troy, "An Overview of Multidirectional Instability of the Shoulder" (1995). Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects. 229.
https://commons.und.edu/pt-grad/229