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New treatment option for Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Official title Evaluation of Structural and Functional Integrity of the Rotator Cuff After Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03921944
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to examine the rotator cuff muscles in your shoulder at one and two year post total shoulder replacement surgery.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 45 and older
You may be able to join if
- age \>45yrs
- primary diagnosis of osteoarthritis of the shoulder
- total shoulder replacement performed by Dr. Armstrong
- administered a local anesthetic mixture and not regional anesthesia
- all genders
You likely can't join if
- Known contraindications to CT/EMG
- Inability to provide informed consent
- History of recent trauma to the shoulder
- Atypical shoulder pain
- Other suspected shoulder pathology (i.e. tumor, infection)
- Pregnancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- age \>45yrs
- primary diagnosis of osteoarthritis of the shoulder
- total shoulder replacement performed by Dr. Armstrong
- administered a local anesthetic mixture and not regional anesthesia
- all genders
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Patients capable of giving informed consent
- Known contraindications to CT/EMG
- Inability to provide informed consent
- History of recent trauma to the shoulder
- Atypical shoulder pain
- Other suspected shoulder pathology (i.e. tumor, infection)
- Pregnancy
- Bilateral total shoulder arthroplasty
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 45 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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