Study of Core Stabilization Exercises to Improve Pain and Function in Adults Aged 40 to 60 With Partial Rotator Cuff Tears

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of adding core stabilization exercises to conventional physical therapy for patients aged 40 to 60 with partial tears of the rotator cuff. The study investigates how these targeted core exercises compare to classic trunk and abdominal muscle strengthening in improving pain, shoulder function, and clinical recovery. Rotator cuff tears often result from repetitive strains and muscle imbalances, affecting not just the shoulder but also trunk control and posture, which are crucial for shoulder stability. Participants are divided into three groups one group receives conventional shoulder rehabilitation five days a week for four weeks plus core stabilization exercises three days a week another group receives the same conventional rehabilitation combined with classic trunk and abdominal strengthening exercises three days a week and the third group receives only conventional rehabilitation five days a week for four weeks. Core stabilization sessions include gradually progressing exercises supervised by a physical therapist, focusing on maintaining lumbar and pelvic neutral positions. The classic strengthening program involves established Williams and McKenzie exercises. During the study, participants will undergo assessments of pain using a Visual Analog Scale, tendon thickness, shoulder pain and disability index, range of motion, and core muscle strength at the start, end of treatment week 3, and follow-up week 12. The study tracks changes in these measures to evaluate the clinical effects of the exercise programs. The entire participation lasts for 12 weeks, including treatment and follow-up evaluations to monitor recovery and function improvements.

Effectiveness of Core Stabilization Exercises in Rotator Cuff Injuries