The shoulder joint is considered one of the most mobile and at the same time one of the most complex joints in the human body, which makes it particularly prone to injury. One of the most common shoulder joint injuries is subacromial impingement syndrome (SAIS), which occurs due to the compression of soft tissues between the acromion and the head of the humerus. It often leads to pain, reduced mobility, and limited shoulder function. In this master's thesis, we aimed to investigate how an individually tailored exercise program affects the improvement of shoulder functionality in a female subject with subacromial impingement syndrome. In the introductory chapters, we presented the anatomy of the shoulder joint, the biomechanics of movement, various mechanisms leading to SAIS, and the role of rehabilitative exercise in alleviating symptoms. We then described and implemented an eight-week exercise program focused on mobility exercises, strengthening the rotator cuff and scapular stabilizers, and sensorimotor control. Based on the conducted measurements and the subject's subjective observations, we observed a reduction in pain, increased mobility and strength, and greater confidence in performing daily tasks by the end of the program. This confirmed all the set objectives and hypotheses, demonstrating that a properly planned and individualized exercise program has a significant impact on reducing SAIS symptoms and improving shoulder girdle functionality. Finally, we emphasized the importance of continuing physical activity even after the completion of rehabilitation programs, as this helps to maintain the achieved functional state and quality of life while reducing the risk of recurrence.
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