App-Based vs Office-Based Physical Therapy for Shoulder Surgery
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial examines two methods of physical therapy after shoulder surgery. One group will use an app called mymobility to guide their exercises at home, while the other group will attend a clinic for therapy. Researchers aim to determine if both methods yield similar results. This trial targets individuals who have undergone a specific type of shoulder replacement due to severe rotator cuff tears or arthritis and possess a compatible smartphone for the app.
As an unphased trial, this study allows participants to contribute to innovative research that could enhance recovery options for future patients.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What prior data suggests that this app-based physical therapy is safe for shoulder surgery rehabilitation?
Research has shown that app-based physical therapy, such as the mymobility platform, is generally safe for individuals recovering from shoulder surgery. A review found that telerehabilitation is as safe as in-person therapy, with no major safety differences between the two methods. However, specific safety details for the mymobility app itself are not provided in the sources. The widespread use of mymobility in many medical settings suggests it is well-accepted. Always consult your healthcare provider to determine if this option is suitable for you.12345
Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the trial comparing mymobility Physical Therapy to standard office-based physical therapy because it explores a more flexible and accessible way to recover from shoulder surgery. Unlike traditional methods that require in-person visits and printed exercise handouts, mymobility uses a mobile application to guide patients through their entire rehabilitation process at home. This app-based approach could make it easier for patients to stick to their therapy routine, potentially improving recovery outcomes and offering greater convenience. By leveraging technology, mymobility has the potential to transform how physical therapy is delivered, making it more personalized and adaptable to individual patient needs.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for shoulder surgery rehabilitation?
Research has shown that the mymobility digital platform, available to participants in this trial, can aid recovery after shoulder surgery. One study found that 97% of patients were satisfied using a mobile app for physical therapy, suggesting the app effectively guides home exercises. The trial also includes a group receiving Standard Office-based Physical Therapy, following a traditional in-office protocol. Evidence from similar surgeries, such as knee replacements, supports mymobility's success in aiding patient recovery. Overall, the platform offers a convenient and promising alternative to traditional in-office physical therapy.14678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Tyler J Brolin, MD
Principal Investigator
Campbell Clinic
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults over 18 who've had a primary reverse shoulder replacement due to specific conditions like cuff tear arthropathy, massive rotator cuff tears, osteoarthritis, or inflammatory arthritis. Participants must have a compatible smartphone for the mymobility app. It's not for those with additional tendon procedures, previous shoulder replacements, under 18s, or if they need inpatient rehab post-surgery.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Preoperative
Participants are prepared for surgery and download the mymobility app if in the treatment cohort
Treatment
Participants undergo reverse total shoulder arthroplasty and begin rehabilitation using either the mymobility app or standard office-based physical therapy
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- mymobility Physical Therapy
- Standard Office-based Physical Therapy
Trial Overview
The study is testing whether using the Zimmer Biomet mymobility app for self-directed physical therapy after shoulder replacement surgery gives the same recovery results as standard office-based physical therapy sessions.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
The mymobility Physical Therapy cohort will complete an identical protocol to the Standard Office-based Physical Therapy cohort with one exception: the mymobility cohort's therapy for the entire duration of the protocol is administered at home through the mymobility application. This cohort initiates use of the mymobilty application one postoperative day 1. Exercises and restrictions are described in-depth in the Study Protocol document.
The Standard Office-based Physical Therapy cohort completes an identical protocol to the mymobility Physical Therapy cohort with one exception: rather than through use of the mymobility application, the Standard Office-based Physical Therapy cohort's protocol is administered through the traditional means of an exercise handout for postoperative day 1 through 2 weeks followed by formal office-based physical therapy for the duration of the protocol. Exercises and restrictions are described in-depth in the Study Protocol document.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Campbell Clinic
Lead Sponsor
American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
Collaborator
Published Research Related to This Trial
Citations
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A guided orthopedic patient experience, with automation, data and insights for clinicians. mymobility is a digital care management platform that uses iPhone® ...
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Patients' perception of physical therapy after shoulder ...
However, our data find that patients have a perceived preference toward having PT sessions at a rehab center as well as perceiving formal PT over IBPT programs.
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... exercise rehabilitation in the broader physical therapy space. However, a ... Tracking Recovery of Functional and Physical Outcomes with mymobility.
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Remote Patient Monitoring of Postoperative Rehabilitation
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