Patients with musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) of the shoulder require occupational therapy to reduce pain and improve function. However, evidence supporting occupational therapy for MSDs of the shoulder is inconclusive. We've summarized the findings from “ Effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions for musculoskeletal shoulder conditions ,” a systematic review published in the American Journal of Occupational Therapy , 2017. What was the need for the study?
Occupational therapists should use evidence-based interventions; therefore, there is a need to provide evidence that supports relevant occupational therapy practice, research, and education. Study overview Key findings Interventions for fractures Range of motion (ROM) exercises while wearing an immobilization sling had strong evidence for nondisplaced humeral fractures. The type of sling used in interventions had…
