Best Practice Case Studies-Case 152 Asset 5 Quadrilateral Space Syndrome

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The speaker, Brent DeGoyer, a primary care sports medicine physician, explains how he evaluates and treats shoulder pain in overhead athletes. He checks for muscle atrophy and possible nerve impingement, including quadrilateral space syndrome, by comparing muscle groups and palpating the shoulder region. Treatment may include myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, glenohumeral mobilization, and scapular mobilization to reduce pain and improve motion. He recommends weekly treatment for 3–4 weeks, home range-of-motion exercises, and limiting overhead activities like throwing or serving. Ice or moist heat may also help calm irritated tissues and support healing.

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Concept Shoulder Pain

Concept Quadrilateral Space Syndrome

Concept Impingement

Concept Shoulder Evaluation

Concept Overhead Athlete

Edition 4th Edition

Related Case 4th Edition, Case 152

Topic Shoulder

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4th Edition

4th Edition, Case 152

Shoulder

shoulder pain

overhead athletes

nerve impingement

manual therapy

range of motion exercises

Quadrilateral Space Syndrome

Impingement

Shoulder Evaluation

Overhead Athlete