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Tendon Transfer Techniques for Rotator Cuff Tears
Study Summary
This trial is comparing 3 different techniques for repairing large tears in muscles around the shoulder. There are currently no studies to show which technique has better outcomes.
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- I am between 18 and 65 years old.I have a tear in my shoulder tendon that cannot be fixed.I have had a deep infection in my shoulder after surgery.I have a severe, unfixable tear in my shoulder's rotator cuff.My shoulder tendon tear cannot be repaired.You have a missing or underdeveloped deltoid muscle.My shoulder arthritis is minimal or not present.You have a condition called pseudo paralysis.I have had a tendon transfer surgery in the past.I have severe shoulder joint arthritis.My shoulder tendon tear cannot be repaired.I have an injury to the nerve in my armpit area.I do not speak English.I have a severe, unfixable tear in my shoulder's rotator cuff.I am between 18 and 65 years old.My shoulder tendon tear cannot be repaired.
- Group 1: Cuff tear without subscapularis tear-Lower Trapezius group
- Group 2: Cuff tear without subscapularis tear-Latissimus Dorsi group
- Group 3: Cuff tear involving subscapularis tear-Latissimus Dorsi group
- Group 4: Cuff tear involving subscapularis tear-Pectoralis group
- 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
Has the enrollment process for this clinical trial been initiated?
"Clinicaltrials.gov confirms that enrolment for this clinical trial is currently taking place. It was initially posted on February 15th 2022, and last revised on March 25th 2022."
What is the current participant capacity of this research endeavor?
"Affirmative. Evidenced by the information posted on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial is actively seeking candidates. This study was first introduced to the public on February 15th 2022 and most recently updated on March 25th 2022; in total 84 patients will be recruited from one location for participation."
Does the protocol of this experiment extend to include individuals aged eighty-five or above?
"The age parameters established for enrollment into this clinical trial are between 18 and 65, with 10 trials available to those under the legal adult age, and 94 options available for seniors."
Are there any restrictions to taking part in this clinical experiment?
"Eligibility for this clinical trial requires rotator cuff tears as well as an age between 18 and 65. A maximum of 84 patients will be recruited in total."
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