Modulation in Elastic Properties of Upper Trapezius with Varying Neck Angle.

Jun ZhangJiafeng YuChunlong LiuChunzhi TangZhi-Jie Zhang

Published in: Applied bionics and biomechanics (2019)

Our findings revealed that SWE could quantify the elastic modulus of the upper trapezius and monitor its changes. Therefore, further studies are required to delineate the modulation in upper trapezius muscle stiffness among subjects with neck and shoulder pain.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
skeletal muscle
pain management
neuropathic pain
spinal cord
rotator cuff