Brain training boosts shoulder rehab? new trial investigates

This study tests whether adding brain-challenging exercises (like reacting to lights while moving) to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after shoulder stabilization surgery. Thirty-two adults who had surgery for shoulder instability will be randomly assigned to either standard rehab alone or standard rehab plus neurocognitive loading. Researchers will measure shoulder awareness, strength, fear of movement, and readiness to return to sports over 24 weeks.