Year: 2026 | Month: April-June | Volume: 11 | Issue: 2 | Pages: 155-170
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/gijhsr.20260218
A Study to Compare the Effectiveness of Muscle Energy Technique, And Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation on Pain, Scapular Symmetry, And Functional Disability in Scapular Dyskinesis Among Computer Office Workers
Dr. Nidhi Arvind Varmora1, Dr. Reji K. Samuel2
1MPT (Musculoskeletal conditions) Assistant Professor, Shree Aryatej institute of Physiotherapy, Morbi, Gujarat, India.
2MPT (Orthopedics) Principal, C. U. Shah Physiotherapy College. Surendranagar, Gujarat, India.
Corresponding Author: Dr. Nidhi Arvind Varmora
ABSTRACT
Background: Scapular dyskinesis refers to an alteration in normal scapular motion and positioning, resulting from impaired neuromuscular control. It is commonly associated with shoulder disorders, with a reported prevalence ranging from 67% to 100% in affected individuals.
Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of muscle energy technique (MET) combined with conventional physical therapy, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) combined with conventional therapy, and conventional physical therapy alone on pain, scapular symmetry, muscle strength, and functional disability in individuals with scapular dyskinesis.
Design: Experimental study.
Methodology:60 participants selected through convenience sampling and randomly allocated into three groups: Group A (n=20) received conventional therapy, Group B (n=20) received MET with conventional therapy, and Group C (n=20) received PNF with conventional therapy. The intervention was carried out for four weeks. Outcome measures included the Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), Lateral Scapular Slide Test (LSST), and Shoulder Pain and Disability Index (SPADI), assessed before and after treatment.
Results: All groups demonstrated significant improvement in pain, scapular symmetry, and functional disability (p<0.05). However, Group C showed superior outcomes compared to Groups A and B.
Conclusion: The results indicate that the treatments in all the groups were effective; however PNF combined with conventional therapy is more beneficial in managing scapular dyskinesis.
Keywords: SCAPULAR DYSKINESIS, MET, PNF, NPRS, LSST, SPADI.