Rehabilitation of Rotator Cuff Acute & Chronic injury in Throwing Sports athletes (Cricket & Baseball) through Theraband & Hydrotherapy Exercises plus Treatment & Diagnosis Evaluation

Abstract

Aim of the Study: The present research aimed at the rehabilitation of rotator cuff injury (RC) in national and university level athletes of cricket and baseball who belonged to the five different cities of Punjab (Lahore, Multan, Gujranwala, Faisalabad & Sialkot) having confirmed Acute and Chronic injury along with treatment and diagnosis evaluation.

Methodology: The data was collected from 5 major cities of Punjab and a total of (N=100) athletes were taken as a sample size and a diagnosis based on physical assessment tests used to identify the level of the injury. Similarly, another group of Control injured subjects (N=20) selected for further comparison. Pre and post-test data were taken to compare the values before and after the execution of rehabilitation plan. The rehab plan integrated several theraband & hydro exercises were executed for 6 weeks. A survey questionnaire was also spread to get the feedback before and after the sessions of athletes. The principle of Specificity, Progression, over loading, Rest & Restoration along with Rest, Ice, Compression & Elevation (R.I.C.E) is used (As per obligatory). The reliability calculated through Cronbach’s Alpha and its value was 0.86.

Findings: The statistical analysis completed with the help of SPSS-26, paired sample t-test utilized and results showed statistically significant values. The conditioning plan was satisfactory and all the athletes returned to their sport after the completion of the rehabilitation and recovery program.

Conclusion: rotator cuff injury can be prevented at initial levels if it is diagnosed properly and a suitable rehab plan can boost up the recovery process. The proper technical guidelines and awareness can also enhance the performance of the muscle and can prevent the reoccurrence of the injury in the athletes.