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Official title Prophylactic Conjoint Tendon Lengthening During Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Outcomes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06729983
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Some patients may experience persistent pain in the front of their shoulder after reverse shoulder replacement. One of the possible reasons for this is that the surgery causes a change in the alignment of the shoulder joint, which may cause increased tension and compression on one of the biceps tendon called the conjoint tendon.
- 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
- Patients who are at least 18 years old undergoing primary reverse total shoulder arthroplasty
- Operations that occur at Loyola University Medical Center (Maywood, IL), Loyola Ambulatory Surgery Center (Maywood, IL), or Gottlieb Memorial Hospital
You likely can't join if
- Patients younger than 18 years old
- Patients who had prior coracoid transfer procedure
- Patients who are undergoing revision surgery from a prior arthroplasty
- Current pregnancy As per standard protocol with all surgeries, a urine pregnancy test is performed prior to surgery. If positive, the surgery will be...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Maywood, Illinois, 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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Maywood, Illinois, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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