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Superior Capsular Reconstruction vs. Partial Repair for Rotator Cuff Tears (SCR Trial)
SCR Trial Summary
This trial is testing a new technique, called superior capsular reconstruction, to see if it's more effective than the current standard treatment for massive irreparable rotator cuff tears.
SCR Trial Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSCR Trial Timeline
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.SCR Trial Design
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- My shoulder's subscapularis muscle is either missing or cannot be repaired.I have advanced shoulder damage due to a tear or arthritis.I have had a tear injury within the last 6 months.I have a serious health condition that makes surgery too risky for me.I have had surgery on my affected shoulder.I have shoulder pain or weakness.My tear was found to be irreparable during surgery.I have a large tear in my shoulder muscles, confirmed by MRI.I've tried non-surgical treatments like physiotherapy for over 3 months without success.I have paralysis in my shoulder or arm due to a nerve injury.
- Group 1: Superior Capsular Reconstruction
- Group 2: Partial Repair
- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I a valid participant for this research?
"For eligibility in this clinical trial, potential participants must have rotator cuff damage and be between 18 - 65 years old. Approximately 70 individuals are being sought for the experiment."
How many participants has this clinical investigation recruited?
"Affirmative, clinicaltrials.gov reveals that this experiment is actively seeking subjects. The trial was initially launched on July 18th 2018 and underwent its latest update on October 14th 2021. 70 volunteers need to be recruited for the 2 sites involved in the study."
Are there any openings for participants in this research endeavor?
"The posted information on clinicaltrials.gov shows that this trial, which was initially launched in July 2018, is actively recruiting participants. The details were last modified October 14th 2021."
Does this investigation take into account the participation of individuals aged 35 or above?
"This clinical trial offers a cohort of participants aged 18-65. Simultaneously, 10 trials are offered to those younger than 18 and 94 for seniors over 65 years old."
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