Correlation between Glenohumeral Subluxation and Hand Dexterity after Stroke

Abstract

Background: Glenohumeral subluxation (GHS) is a common post-stroke complication that can be considered an important contributor for other disabilities. Aim of Study: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between glenohumeral subluxation and hand dexterity after stroke. Patients and Methods: Thirty stroke patients of both genders, between 45 and 65 years old with mean of (54.86 – 7.19) participated in this study. The glenohumeral subluxation was evaluated using X-ray radiograph, finger breath test and the hand dexterity was evaluated by Purdue pegboard test. The upper limb function evaluated by fugle-Meyer. Results: No previously existing differences in demographic variables or outcome measures were found. There was a significant difference between X-ray analysis scores and PPBT scores. In addition, a significant negative correlation was found between van classification scores and PPBT scores, whereas there was no significant correlation between FMA and X-ray analysis scores. Conclusion: There is a relationship between glenohumeral subluxation and hand dexterity in poststroke patients.