Abstract
INTRODUCTION
 Winging scapula is a rare condition that can be painful and debilitating to the upper extremity involved1. This condition can affect the functional ability of the upper extremity, resulting in loss of range of motion, decreased power, and pain.1 The purpose of this study was to introduce and determine the clinical applicability of a custom thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis to aid in management of winging scapula. The thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis offers total contact and provides anterior-posterior compressive forces to stabilize the winging scapula. This design provides a semi-rigid structure that is lightweight and allows user adjustability. The study highlights the potential applicability of the custom thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis in the categories of pain, active range of motion at the shoulder, and overall self-reported activities of daily living.
 Abstract PDF Link: https://jps.library.utoronto.ca/index.php/cpoj/article/view/32043/24457
 How to cite: Brown S, Trexler G. CASE STUDY: THERMOPLASTIC SCAPULOTHORACIC ORTHOSIS FOR TREATMENT OF WINGING SCAPULA. CANADIAN PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS JOURNAL, VOLUME 1, ISSUE 2, 2018; ABSTRACT, ORAL PRESENTATION AT THE AOPA’S 101ST NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, SEPT. 26-29, VANCOUVER, CANADA, 2018. DOI: https://doi.org/10.33137/cpoj.v1i2.32043 
 Abstracts were Peer-reviewed by the American Orthotic Prosthetic Association (AOPA) 101st National Assembly Scientific Committee. 
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Highlights
Winging scapula is a rare condition that can be painful and debilitating to the upper extremity involved[1]
The purpose of this study was to introduce and determine the clinical applicability of a custom thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis to aid in management of winging scapula
The study highlights the potential applicability of the custom thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis in the categories of pain, active range of motion at the shoulder, and overall self-reported activities of daily living
Summary
Winging scapula is a rare condition that can be painful and debilitating to the upper extremity involved[1] This condition can affect the functional ability of the upper extremity, resulting in loss of range of motion, decreased power, and pain.[1] The purpose of this study was to introduce and determine the clinical applicability of a custom thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis to aid in management of winging scapula. The thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis offers total contact and provides anterior-posterior compressive forces to stabilize the winging scapula. This design provides a semi-rigid structure that is lightweight and allows user adjustability. The study highlights the potential applicability of the custom thermoplastic scapulothoracic orthosis in the categories of pain, active range of motion at the shoulder, and overall self-reported activities of daily living
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