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Compares treatment options for Partial Rotator Cuff Tears
Official title Intralesional Versus Perilesional 5% Dextrose Injection in Partial Rotator Cuff Tears
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07688902
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This prospective, randomized, double-blind controlled clinical trial aims to compare the clinical and ultrasonographic outcomes of intralesional and perilesional 5% dextrose injection in patients with partial rotator cuff tears. Eligible participants will be randomized into two parallel groups.
- 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 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosis of partial rotator cuff tear by a specialist physician after appropriate clinical examination and imaging evaluation
- Shoulder pain and functional limitation lasting for at least 3 months
- Clinically confirmed shoulder impingement findings, defined as at least one positive test among Neer, Hawkins-Kennedy, or painful arc tests
- Age between 18 and 75 years
- Ability to comply with the study procedures and attend follow-up visits regularly
You likely can't join if
- Advanced cognitive impairment or dementia preventing reliable completion of questionnaires
- Refusal to participate in the study or inability to provide informed consent
- Full-thickness rotator cuff tear
- Major tendon pathology other than the supraspinatus tendon, such as full-thickness subscapularis tear or biceps tendon rupture
- Advanced acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis, marked impingement, or marked adhesive capsulitis
- Advanced glenohumeral joint arthritis
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosis of partial rotator cuff tear by a specialist physician after appropriate clinical examination and imaging evaluation
- Shoulder pain and functional limitation lasting for at least 3 months
- Clinically confirmed shoulder impingement findings, defined as at least one positive test among Neer, Hawkins-Kennedy, or painful arc tests
- Age between 18 and 75 years
- Ability to comply with the study procedures and attend follow-up visits regularly
- Willingness to participate in the study and provide written informed consent
- Advanced cognitive impairment or dementia preventing reliable completion of questionnaires
- Refusal to participate in the study or inability to provide informed consent
- Full-thickness rotator cuff tear
- Major tendon pathology other than the supraspinatus tendon, such as full-thickness subscapularis tear or biceps tendon rupture
- Advanced acromioclavicular joint osteoarthritis, marked impingement, or marked adhesive capsulitis
- Advanced glenohumeral joint arthritis
- Active infection, cellulitis, or dermatologic lesion at the injection site
- Bleeding diathesis or anticoagulant use
- Known allergy or intolerance to dextrose injection
- Intra-articular shoulder injection, including steroid, platelet-rich plasma, or prolotherapy, within the last 3 months
- Previous shoulder surgery
- Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, defined as HbA1c \>8.5%, or severe endocrine or metabolic disorder
- Immunosuppression or active infection
- Rheumatologic shoulder involvement
- Neurological disease affecting shoulder movements
- Pregnancy
- Active malignancy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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