Effect of Isometric Resistance Training and Kinesio-Taping on Rotator Cuff Muscle Injuries Among Club-Level Fast Bowlers
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Abstract
Background: Background: Rotator cuff injuries are common among club-level fast bowlers, leading to pain, weakness, and reduced performance. Effective rehabilitation strategies are crucial for enhancing recovery and preventing re-injury.Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of isometric resistance training (IRT) combined with Kinesio-Taping (KT) in managing grade II rotator cuff muscle injuries among club-level fast bowlers.Methods: A total of 20 male fast bowlers with grade II rotator cuff injuries were randomly assigned to either a control group (n=10) or an experimental group (n=10). The experimental group underwent an 8-week rehabilitation protocol combining IRT and KT, while the control group received no specific intervention. Pre- and post-intervention assessments included the Western Ontario Rotator Cuff (WORC) questionnaire, physiotherapeutic tests, range of motion (ROM) measurements using a digital goniometer, and muscle strength evaluations through manual muscle testing. Data were analyzed using paired sample t-tests via SPSS version 25.Results: The experimental group showed significant improvements in ROM (mean difference = -0.850, p=0.000) and muscle strength across all physiotherapeutic tests (e.g., Lift-Off Test, mean difference = 1.320, p=0.000), compared to the control group.Conclusion: The combined use of IRT and KT significantly improved shoulder function, ROM, and muscle strength in fast bowlers with rotator cuff injuries. These findings support the inclusion of these interventions in sports rehabilitation protocols.
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| Meta-epidemiology (narrow) | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Meta-epidemiology (broad) | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Bibliometrics | 0.001 | 0.001 |
| Science and technology studies | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Scholarly communication | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Open science | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Research integrity | 0.000 | 0.000 |
| Insufficient payload (model declined to judge) | 0.000 | 0.000 |
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