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Effectiveness of Lycra sleeve for glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke – A preliminary study?

Kumar, Praveen; Gibson R, R; Greet, J; Mills, M; Rossall, F; Whale, R

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Dr Praveen Kumar Praveen.Kumar@uwe.ac.uk
Associate Professor in Stroke Rehabilitation

R Gibson R

J Greet

M Mills

F Rossall

R Whale



Abstract

Glenohumeral subluxation (GHS) is reported to occur in 81% of patients post stroke. Lycra sleeves provide a compressive and supportive effect, influencing neuromuscular activity in the underlying body segment. The primary aim of this preliminary study was to assess the effects of Lycra sleeves on GHS. A secondary aim was to explore patients’ perceptions regarding the practicality of applying the Lycra sleeve. Patients with chronic stroke (n=5; 2 men, 3 women; mean±SD age = 51±8 years) with one-sided weakness who gave informed consent were recruited. Ultrasound measurements of GHS were recorded before and immediately after application of the sleeve on day 1 and day 8. Descriptive statistics showed a mean within-day reduction of 0.2 cm in GHS on day 1 and 0.2cm for between-day measurements, but only 0.1cm on day 2. The mean time the Lycra sleeve was worn each day was 6.7 hours. Three patients found the sleeve easy to wear and 4 patients found the sleeve beneficial. Trends towards reduction in mean GHS suggests Lycra sleeves may be beneficial in its management. Further research is required to establish their effectiveness in acute and chronic settings using a well-designed randomised controlled trial.

Citation

Kumar, P., Gibson R, R., Greet, J., Mills, M., Rossall, F., & Whale, R. (2017, November). Effectiveness of Lycra sleeve for glenohumeral subluxation in people with stroke – A preliminary study?. Poster presented at British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO) conference - Poster Award, Manchester, England

Presentation Conference Type Poster
Conference Name British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO) conference - Poster Award
Conference Location Manchester, England
Start Date Nov 25, 2017
End Date Nov 26, 2017
Acceptance Date Nov 25, 2017
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Keywords Lycra sleeve, glenohumeral subluxation, stroke, pilot study
Public URL https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/878148
Additional Information Title of Conference or Conference Proceedings : British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO) conference