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Official title Validation of an Upper Extremity Physical Performance Test Battery in Patients After Shoulder Dislocation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07115225
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this exploratory prospective study is to determine if an upper extremity test battery, comprised of physical performance tests, analytical tests and patient-reported outcome measures, can predict successful return to sports and quality of life in athletes (age 16-55) after shoulder dislocation. The main research questions are: Can an Upper Extremity Physical Performance Test Battery predict successful return to sports (= return to pre-injury sports level) in athletes after shoulder stabilization procedure Can an Upper Extremity Physical Performance Test Battery predict the quality of life in athletes after shoulder stabilization procedure Participants will: Fill out questionnaires pre-operatively Fill out the SIRSI questionnaire throughout the rehabilitation Undergo a testing battery in the return to sport phase, including physical performance tests, analytical tests and patient-reported outcome measures Fill out questionnaires every 3 months after return to sports, up to 1 year.
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Who can take part
Ages 16 to 55
You may be able to join if
- Practising sports with moderate to high demand on the shoulder (based on Degree of Shoulder Involvement in Sport (DOSIS) scale), minimal weekly 3...
- Shoulder instability event (anterior direction)
- Healthy contralateral shoulder
- Completion of the postoperative rehabilitation protocol
You likely can't join if
- Other upper limb pathologies/ associated injuries: e.g. posterior instability, or rotator cuff tear,...
- Being pregnant
- No intention to return to pre-injury sport
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Antwerp, Belgium
- Ghent, Belgium
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, 16 years to 55 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Antwerp, Belgium; Ghent, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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