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The objectives of this systematic review were (1) to identify, evaluate, and
synthesize the research literature of relevance to occupational therapy regarding
interventions for work-related shoulder conditions and (2) to interpret and apply
the research literature to occupational therapy.
Twenty-two studies were reviewed
for this study-16 of Level I evidence, 2 of Level II evidence, and 4 of Level III
evidence. In this systematic review, limited evidence from Level I studies was
found to support exercise for shoulder pain; manual therapy and laser for
adhesive capsulitis; conservative management of shoulder instability; early
intervention without immobilization for specific, nondisplaced proximal humerus
fractures; and exercise, joint mobilizations, and laser for patients with
shoulder impingement. Further prospective studies are necessary for the
delineation of specific surgical and therapeutic variables that facilitate
positive outcomes in the treatment of patients with shoulder conditions.

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