Assessment of static scapular elevation and abduction using t8 method and scapular abduction ratio in population with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus aged 40-60 years: an analytical cross-sectional study

Diabetes mellitus is fast emerging as a global epidemic of this century with increased risk of developing number of serious life-threatening health problems. Materials and methodology: Permission was obtained and total 180 (75 Type 2 diabetics and 75 age, sex, BMI matched non diabetics) between age 40-60 years were included in study. Participants were assessed for scapular elevation and scapular abduction using Right angled protractor and measuring tape respectively. Data analysis and results: Independent sample‘t’ test was used for data analysis. Results shows significantly higher mean scapula abduction ratio and scapular elevation in type 2 diabetics than non diabetics. Conclusion: Static scapular positions differ in type 2 diabetics and non diabetics.