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April 22, 2026Shoulder & Elbow0 citations

Effect of Graded Motor Imagery on Post-Operative Shoulder Rehabilitation Outcomes

Added effect of graded motor imagery to rehabilitation protocol for post-operative rotator cuff repair on pain, kinesiophobia, functions, and mobility—a randomized controlled pilot study

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VCVandana ChandaragiPGPeeyoosha GurudutSKSahil Kale

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Overview

A randomized controlled pilot study examines graded motor imagery's benefits on pain and mobility in post-surgical shoulder rehabilitation, suggesting positive outcomes.

Key Points

  • The study aims to investigate the added benefits of graded motor imagery alongside traditional rehabilitation after rotator cuff surgery.
  • 16 participants underwent random assignment to either graded motor imagery with conventional rehabilitation or only conventional rehabilitation.
  • Primary outcomes measured included pain, kinesiophobia, shoulder function, and mobility at various time points.
  • GMI was implemented in phases starting day 3 post-surgery, alternating with rehabilitation sessions at home or outpatient.
  • Participants in the experimental group exhibited significant reductions in pain, kinesiophobia, and enhancements in functional status and mobility.
  • Specific improvements included a decrease in pain scores (d = -2.55; P = .002) and enhanced shoulder mobility in various directions, with significant results across all mobility measures.

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Chandaragi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e865476e0dea528dde9d0fhttps://doi.org/10.1177/17585732261443471
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