Proprioception and its application to shoulder dysfunction

Douglas Hatterman, Thomas W. Kernozek, Karen Palmer-McLean, George J. Davies

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Abstract

Proprioception is thought to be an essential component of proper joint function during movement. Because the shoulder is inherently mobile, it may rely on adequate proprioception for joint stability and mobility. This article discusses what is meant by joint proprioception, the receptors involved, and studies illustrating the relative importance of this feedback to normal glenohumeral joint mechanics.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)47-64
Number of pages18
JournalCritical Reviews in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
Volume15
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 2003

Scopus Subject Areas

  • Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
  • Rehabilitation

Keywords

  • Clinical assessments
  • Glenohumeral joint
  • Injury
  • Joint position sense
  • Kinesthesia
  • Rehabilitation

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