Physiotherapy Rehabilitation in Subject with Scapular Osteochondroma: A Case Report
Vaishnavi Thakare
Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair College of Physiotherapy, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Sawangi, Wardha, India.
Pratik Phansopkar *
Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair College of Physiotherapy, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Sawangi, Wardha, India.
Neha Chitale
Department of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Ravi Nair College of Physiotherapy, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Sawangi, Wardha, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Introduction: The most prevalent benign tumour affecting the metaphysis of long bone is osteochondroma, a form of cartilaginous tumour. Solitary or multiple osteochondromas can prevail.Hereditary multiple exostosis (HME) or familial osteochondromatosis is the multiple variant, which is an autosomal dominant syndrome.
Case Presentation: A 35-year old female with right-hand dominance was referred todepartment of physiotherapy. On palpation small nodular swelling of marble size was present in left axilla. X-rays findings showed increased scapular mass and ribs were compressed laterally.
Discussion: The most widespread benign tumour is osteochondroma. In 3.0-6.4 percent of all instances, the scapula is implicated. The osteochondroma normally develops on the scapula's anterior aspect. The scapula osteochondroma induces pain and a grating sound when the scapula is moved. Mechanic irritation of muscle, tendon, or soft tissue, emergence of a pseudoaneurysm or bursa, fracture, or malignant transformation are all causes of symptoms.
Conclusion: Osteochondroma is a common benign tumor. Management of osteochondroma is important to improve the quality of life. Physiotherapy plays an important role in managing Scapular osteochondroma.
Keywords: Scapular, osteochondroma, sub pectoral approach, soft tissue reconstruction, physiotherapy