Publications by authors named "Qana Ono-Matsukubo"
Background: Nocturnal shoulder pain is seen in patients with rotator cuff tears (RCTs). The purpose of the present study was to determine whether Doppler ultrasound parameters predict the intensity of nocturnal pain in patients with RCTs.
Methods: A total of 60 patients with RCTs were included.
Article Synopsis
- * A total of 155 patients participated, with 78 undergoing both eccentric and traditional exercises, while 77 did only traditional exercise, measured over 4 weeks.
- * Results showed the eccentric exercise group experienced significantly less pain after 4 weeks (VAS score improvement), but no notable difference in functional improvement compared to the traditional exercise group, suggesting combined training can better ease pain symptoms.