Effects of a Movement Training for Subacromial Pain Syndrome

"Movement training: To re-educate control of movement, exercises of increasing difficulty in terms of movement plane, range of motion, speed and resistance were performed.~Strengthening: Using extremities weight, free weights or elastic bands, scapulothoracic and scapulohumeral strengthening was performed to increase strength and control of shoulder muscles.~Stretching \& Manual Therapy: These modalities, performed only if needed, were aimed at addressing stiffness of posterior and inferior glenohumeral capsule and pectoralis minor.~Patient education: Participants received education regarding posture and body mechanics. They were instructed on preferred shoulder positioning during sleep, activities, work and sports"