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PTA Physical Therapy Assistant

Category - Interventions

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Following a subscapularis repair, which movement should be avoided for at least 4 to 6 weeks?
  1. Resisted external rotation of shoulder
  2. Resisted abduction of shoulder
  3. Resisted internal rotation of shoulder
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: C - Resisted internal rotation of shoulder should be avoided for a minimum of 4 to 6 weeks after a subscapularis repair.

The tears involving posterior structures of the rotator cuff need a slow progression in external rotation strengthening. Depending on the location of the tear, the rehabilitation should be modified.
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