| DOI LINK: https://doi.org/10.59879/9Nloi |
| Paper ID:9Nloi |
| Volume:37 |
| Issue:12 |
| Title:Recovery from Isolated Biceps Tendinitis Through Physiotherapy and Therapeutic Massage in Youth Team Sports Involving Ball Throwing |
| Abstract:The aim of this research was to establish an effective rehabilitation program for youth athletes involved in team sports requiring ball-throwing motions, such as handball and polo, who experience biceps tendinitis in their throwing arm. This program sought to expedite their physical recovery. Data was collected over two competitive seasons and organized systematically. The study involved eight male handball players and twelve female polo players, all aged between 12 and 14, from private clubs associated with the physiotherapy center where treatment took place. A three-phase therapy regimen was designed. The Yergason and Speed tests were employed to identify biceps tendinitis, while the SPADI scale measured shoulder pain and functional limitations. The initial phase involved three days of therapeutic massage targeting the shoulder to enhance circulation and alleviate pain associated with movement. Results from palpation confirmed positive outcomes. The second phase incorporated both massage and three days of passive mobilization exercises for shoulder muscles, which helped reduce inflammation and improved joint mobility. The third and final phase, spanning four days, combined the second phase`s treatments with ten muscle-strengthening exercises aimed at restoring upper limb strength. This allowed participants to resume group training, with pain reduced to such a minimal level that it no longer interfered with physical activities. |
| Keywords:biceps, tendonitis, physical effort, handball, polo. |
| Authors:Maria Cristina MAN, Vasile Emil URSU, Nikolaos MAVRITSAKIS, Ovidiu DRAGOS |
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