[Physio Explained] Scapular dyskinesis and shoulder pain: what really matters in assessment? with Dr Oscar Vila Dieguez

In this episode with Dr Oscar Vila Dieguez, we discuss scapula dyskinesis and shoulder pain. We explore: 

• How important is scapular dyskinesis in shoulder pain? 
• Reliability of testing the rotator cuff
• Domains that “matter” within rotator cuff tendinopathy
• Screening and questionnaires in shoulder assessment (e.g. OSPRO-YF)
• Role of Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy and scapular dyskinesis
• Where is technology headed in the future for shoulder pain

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Oscar Vila-Dieguez, PT, PhD, is a physical therapist and postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. His research asks why some patients respond to exercise and others do not, combining muscle and tendon imaging, neuromuscular testing, psychological factors, and systemic health. 

Resources Ospro-YF: https://www.orthopt.org/yf/OSPRO_YF_Tool_questions.pdfCharlson Comorbidity Index: https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/3917/charlson-comorbidity-index-cciWidespread Pain Index: https://www.umassmed.edu/globalassets/office-of-continuing-medical-education/pdfs/cme-primary-care-days/c1-handout-fibromyalgia.pdf

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