Table 1 Inclusion and exclusion criteria following standardised examination of the patient group with outlet impingement syndrome
Inclusion criteria | Exclusion criteria |
|---|---|
Outlet impingement syndrome according to Bigliani Type II and III acromion [9] | Systemic rheumatic disease, spinal or thoracic pathology |
Shoulder pain for at least 3 months | Operative interventions on shoulder, spine, and thorax |
Shoulder pain rated at least 3 on the 10-point visual analogue scale [43] | Shoulder arthrosis, concomitant shoulder pathology (rotator cuff, acromioclavicular joint, or others) |
Age 18-80 years | Cognitive impairments |
Available documentation of patient consent | Pregnancy |