What is the effectiveness of electrotherapy in reducing pain in adults with hemiplegic shoulder?
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Barnes, Sophia
Christensen, Libby
Kerr, Kaylee
Meekin, Lindsay
Schmal, Makenna
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2024-04
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Occupational Therapy , Rehabilitation
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BACKGROUND: Hemiplegic shoulder is an upper extremity cognition that occurs two to three months following a stroke with a reported incidence between 16-84%. Hemiplegic shoulder can result in reduced limb movement, pain, longer hospital stays, and an overall decrease in quality of life. These implications can impact their ability to engage in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
AIM: The critically appraised topic (CAT) is aimed at determining the effectiveness of electrotherapy in reducing pain in adults with hemiplegic shoulder.
METHODS: Literature search analysis led to the inclusion of Level 1A, 1B, and 2B studies regarding the prioritized aim. Studies were further analyzed to include literature within the last ten years that met the following criteria: adults with a hemiplegic shoulder participating in electrotherapy to reduce pain. Seven total studies were included which met the established standards.
RESULTS: Level 1A, 1B and 2B research completed on electrotherapy has revealed positive evidence regarding the effectiveness of electrotherapy in reducing pain in adults with hemiplegic shoulders. Further RCTs with larger sample sizes and systematic reviews should be completed to increase the strength of evidence for electrotherapy.
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Creighton University
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