Table 4.
Results of bivariate linear correlation analyses between lower trapezius and serratus anterior manual muscle test (MMT) strength (normalized isometric force) and change in scapular motion with maximal contraction
Scapular Motion | Normalized MMT Isometric Strength | |
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Lower Trapezius | Serratus Anterior | |
Upward Rotation | r = 0.57* | r = 0.41† |
Posterior Tilt | r = −0.025 | r = −0.11 |
External Rotation | r = −0.06 | r = −0.17 |
p = 0.003;
p = 0.042