Effect of TheraBand Exercises on Rounded Shoulders Associated with Pulmonary Capacity in Young Adults: A Pre-Post Intervention Study

Anitha M; Shanti Tamatta; Snehal Bhosle

doi:10.37506/cbecx947

Authors

Anitha M Neuroscience, Assistant professor in Srinivas Institute of Physiotherapy
Shanti Tamatta Physiotherapy Intern, Srinivas Institute of Physiotherapy, Pandeshwar, Mangalore, India.
Snehal Bhosle Physiotherapy Intern, Srinivas Institute of Physiotherapy, Pandeshwar, Mangalore, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/cbecx947

Keywords:

Rounded shoulder posture, pulmonary capacity, Thera band, PFT.

Abstract

Background: A Rounded Shoulder Posture (RSP) is characterized by physiological changes in the breathing pattern of individuals. This leads to an imbalance in scapular kinematics which is crucial for overall health. Thera band training helps to improve muscle strength and flexibility of muscle. This study aims to assess the effect of Thera band exercise training on rounded shoulders association with pulmonary capacity in young adults.

Methodology: Twenty-three participants with RSP, participated in three weeks of the Thera band training program with progression in protocol consisting of 4 sessions per week. The pulmonary capacity was assessed with the help of a Spirometer and the rounded shoulder was assessed by using inch tape. Descriptive statistics analyzed demographic data and pre/post-treatment measurements. Statistical analysis included the paired t-test.

Result: The results showed improvement in rounded shoulder posture and pulmonary capacity after 3 weeks of the exercise training program. For rounded shoulder Thera band exercises showed statistically significant values (p<0.001). There’s a slight increase in pulmonary capacity but statistically not significant (p>0.001).

Conclusion: This study concludes that Thera band exercises can effectively improve rounded shoulder posture in young adults.

Keywords: Rounded shoulder posture, pulmonary capacity, Thera band, PFT.

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