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Case Study | Physiotherapy | Volume 15 Issue 8, August 2026 | Pages: 1181 - 1185 | India
Myokinetic Chain-Based Rehabilitation for Shoulder Asymmetry Secondary to Cervical Radiculopathy: A Case Study
Abstract: Background: Cervical radiculopathy is a relatively common cervical spine syndrome that occurs as a result of compression of nerve root, causing pain in the neck, weakening of the muscles, restriction in neck movements, and functional limitations. The asymmetry of the shoulder is most common in cases of cervical radiculopathy and is primarily manifested by muscle tightness and weakness. Case Presentation: A 30-year-old female patient presented with right-hand radiating pain, cervical spine stiffness, and visible unilateral shoulder dropping. The myokinetic chain activation and myokinetic stretching technique was used to correct shoulder asymmetry. Intervention-The patient underwent a structured physiotherapy treatment programme consisting of myokinetic chain activation and stretching of isolated upper fibers of trapezius muscle according to their muscle tone along with neck isometric, shoulder stretching, scapular stabilization, and postural correction exercises to correct the shoulder asymmetry, and associated pain and symptoms. Result: The patient demonstrated a significant reduction in pain, marked increase in muscle weakness, and decreased left upper trapezius tone. The patient reported less discomfort in sleeping, during overhead activity, and functional activity. Conclusion: The combine effect of myokinetic chain activation an stretching can be effective in shoulder asymmetry that occurs with cervical radiculopathy. These Intervention was effective in reducing muscle tightness, improving muscle strength, and posture control.
Keywords: Myokinetic chain activation, myokinetic stretching, upper trapezius, radiating pain, shoulder asymmetry, and cervical radiculopathy
How to Cite?: Tanvi Shakya, "Myokinetic Chain-Based Rehabilitation for Shoulder Asymmetry Secondary to Cervical Radiculopathy: A Case Study", Volume 15 Issue 8, August 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1181-1185, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR26817162632, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR26817162632