Effects of eccentric exercises on tendinopathy of the shoulder rotator cuff: A systematic review

Introduction:Rotator cuff injuries are among the main causes of joint pain and disfunction. Eccentric exercise is commonly used in tendinopathies.Objective:To evaluate the effects of administering eccentric exercises on the rehabilitation of rotator cuff tendinopathy.Material and Method: This is a systematic review based on randomized clinical trials found in Pubmed/MEDLINE, Science Direct, PEDro and Cochrane Library databases, published in all languages with adult patients, aged 18 to 80 years, presenting signs and symptoms suggestive of rotator cuff tendinopathy. Results: Eccentric exercises have been shown to be effective in the treatment of rotator cuff tendinopathy, however, they are not relevant when compared to other exercise modalities.