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New treatment option for Rotator Cuff-related Shoulder Pain
Official title Could a Feedback Device Help Manage Work-related Shoulder Disorders?
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06693479
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Work-related shoulder pain is a common problem with significant socio-economic repercussions. The impact of these disorders on workers is considerable, particularly in terms of pain, disability and reduced quality of life.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult (≧ 18 years) employed full-time (minimum of 30 hours per week).
- Experiencing work-related shoulder disorders (WRSDs), with minimal score of 14 points on the for the abbreviated version of the Disability of the Arm...
- Symptoms persisting for more than 6 weeks. Diagnosis-specific criteria:
- RCRSP: diagnosis requires meeting three positive criteria, including the presence of a painful arc in abduction, a positive Neer sign...
- SOA: diagnosis based on clinical findings (e.g., activity-related pain, reduced range of motion particularly external rotation and function...
You likely can't join if
- clinical signs of a massive rotator cuff tear (e.g., pseudoparesis or pseudoparalysis, passive elevation intact but active limited to \<90°, without...
- acute traumatic rotator cuff tears, fractures, adhesive capsulitis (characterized by night pain, pain with sudden or unexpected movements, global...
- distal neurovascular symptoms (e.g., thoracic outlet syndrome, venous thromboembolism);
- previous shoulder surgery;
- corticosteroid injection administered within the past 3 months;
- symptomatic acromioclavicular joint pathology;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult (≧ 18 years) employed full-time (minimum of 30 hours per week).
- Experiencing work-related shoulder disorders (WRSDs), with minimal score of 14 points on the for the abbreviated version of the Disability of the Arm Shoulder and Hand questionnaire (QuickDASH), stemming from a...
- Symptoms persisting for more than 6 weeks. Diagnosis-specific criteria:
- RCRSP: diagnosis requires meeting three positive criteria, including the presence of a painful arc in abduction, a positive Neer sign, Hawkins-Kennedy test, or Jobe Test, pain with resisted humeral external rotation;
- SOA: diagnosis based on clinical findings (e.g., activity-related pain, reduced range of motion particularly external rotation and function, worsening night/rest pain) and radiologic findings (e.g., osteophytes, joint...
- RA involving the shoulder: confirmed diagnosis according to the American College of Rheumatology criteria. Both SOA and RA diagnoses will be confirmed by a physician.
- clinical signs of a massive rotator cuff tear (e.g., pseudoparesis or pseudoparalysis, passive elevation intact but active limited to \<90°, without neurologic deficit);
- acute traumatic rotator cuff tears, fractures, adhesive capsulitis (characterized by night pain, pain with sudden or unexpected movements, global loss of active and passive range of motion), or shoulder instability...
- distal neurovascular symptoms (e.g., thoracic outlet syndrome, venous thromboembolism);
- previous shoulder surgery;
- corticosteroid injection administered within the past 3 months;
- symptomatic acromioclavicular joint pathology;
- currently receiving conservative management for their shoulder pain (excluding medication for RA and OA),
- absenteeism from work (unable to work at least 30 hours per week or on sick leave).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Québec, Quebec, Canada
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?
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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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Québec, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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