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New treatment option for Rotator Cuff Lesions
Official title Comparison of Steroid, PRP,and PRP Plus Hyaluronic Acid Injection for Rotator Cuff Lesions.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06237647
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Rotator cuff tear is a common cause of shoulder pain. Steroids, hyaluronic acid (HA), and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are becoming popular for the treatment of chronic rotator cuff partial tear.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 85
You may be able to join if
- A. Shoulder pain for at least 1 months
- B.partial-thickness tear diagnosed by MRI or Echo
- C.age between 20 and 85 years old
You likely can't join if
- A. inflammatory disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, etc.
- B. pregnancy
- C. known malignancy
- D. hematologic disease (or hemoglobin \<10 g/dl, platelet \<150.000 ul)
- E. history of shoulder infection
- F. history of shoulder surgery
See the full eligibility criteria
- A. Shoulder pain for at least 1 months
- B.partial-thickness tear diagnosed by MRI or Echo
- C.age between 20 and 85 years old
- A. inflammatory disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, etc.
- B. pregnancy
- C. known malignancy
- D. hematologic disease (or hemoglobin \<10 g/dl, platelet \<150.000 ul)
- E. history of shoulder infection
- F. history of shoulder surgery
- G. prior steroid injection for 3 times or more
- H. full-thickness tear
- I. other shoulder problems, such as osteoarthritis, fracture malunion, etc.
- J. people who cannot comply with the protocol of study
- K. The shoulder pain area has been treated with PRP for less than 3 months
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kaohsiung City, Sanmin, Taiwan
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, 20 years to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kaohsiung City, Sanmin, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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