Clinical trials
Rotator Cuff Repair clinical trials
Below are recruiting rotator cuff repair clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 67 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06848023Enrolling by invitation
Shoulder replacement vs tendon repair in older adults
This study compares how well two different shoulder surgeries—reverse total shoulder replacement and rotator cuff repair—work for people 60 and older, at least one year after the operation. If you meet the age and surgery requirements, your results could help doctors decide which procedure is better for older adults.
Germantown, TennesseeAges 60–95 - NCT06818448Recruiting
Comparing rotator cuff repair methods for small tears
This trial compares two surgical techniques for repairing small rotator cuff tears (up to 2 cm). It tests if a newer method helps people recover better than the standard approach.
MechernichAges 18 years+ - NCT06774820Recruiting
Biceps tendon surgery alongside rotator cuff repair study
This study is testing a new surgical technique for repairing a torn rotator cuff while also addressing the biceps tendon. It aims to see if adding this biceps procedure improves recovery and outcomes for people with full-thickness tears.
AnnecyAges 40 years+ - NCT06744218Recruiting
Remote rehab after rotator cuff surgery
This study tests if doing physical therapy at home via video calls works as well as going to a clinic after rotator cuff repair surgery. It may help you recover more conveniently.
Lagosanto, FerraraAges 40–70 - NCT06669741Enrolling by invitation
Wearable device for recovery after rotator cuff repair
This study tests whether a special wearable device (Incrediwear) can help you recover faster after rotator cuff repair surgery. It compares recovery outcomes for people who use the device after their shoulder surgery.
Denton, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT06289686RecruitingPhase 4
Rotator cuff repair with or without a special patch
This study tests if adding a special patch (BioEnthesis™) to standard rotator cuff surgery helps the tendon heal better. You may qualify if you have a tear that can be surgically repaired and you are willing to commit to a year of follow-up.
Air Force Academy, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT06269965Recruiting
Collagen membrane for rotator cuff repair
This trial tests whether using a special collagen membrane helps improve healing when repairing a torn rotator cuff tendon. It is for people who have a tear in the upper part of the rotator cuff and are having surgery to fix it.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT05997381Recruiting
BioBrace implant for rotator cuff tear repair
This study tests a new implant called BioBrace to help repair full-thickness rotator cuff tears during shoulder surgery. It may be a good option if you have a moderate-sized tear, have already tried non-surgical treatments, and are between 40 and 70 years old.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 40–70 - NCT05894265Recruiting
Test collagen patch versus standard care after rotator cuff repair
This study compares a collagen “patch” placed during arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery versus the usual standard repair. It looks at safety and whether the patch improves healing and shoulder function after surgery.
Houston, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT05439850RecruitingPhase 4
Bioinductive patch for severe torn shoulder tendons
This trial studies a special patch placed during minimally invasive shoulder surgery to help heal full-thickness rotator cuff tears. It may help people whose tears are large or massive and who already tried non-surgical treatment without enough improvement.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT05095909Recruiting
Frozen compression at intervals vs regular icing after shoulder surgery
This trial tests whether using a special device that gives cold in pulses (intermittent cryo-compression) helps the shoulder feel better after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair compared with traditional icing. It may help with pain and recovery during the early healing period after surgery.
Plymouth, MinnesotaAges 18–70 - NCT04975581RecruitingPhase 4
Repairing a rotator cuff tear with a dermal patch
This trial studies whether repairing a rotator cuff tear using a patch made from human donor skin improves healing and shoulder function. It is for people with certain types of degenerative tears that can be fully repaired by surgery.
LeicesterAges 50–75 - NCT04944836RecruitingPhase 2
Testosterone supplement with rotator cuff repair
This study tests whether taking a sex hormone (testosterone) around the time of rotator cuff surgery improves healing after repair. It may help some men recover better, but it only fits people with specific tear features and health conditions.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 40–80 - NCT03752034Recruiting
Muscle fragments after rotator cuff surgery to improve shoulder function
This study looks at whether using “muscle fiber fragments” during/after rotator cuff repair can help your shoulder work better. It targets people with a small tear in one shoulder who can follow the post-surgery follow-up plan.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 40–80 - NCT03617562Recruiting
Compare two surgeries for large rotator cuff tears
This trial compares two different operations to treat large, hard-to-repair rotator cuff tears. If your tear is too damaged to be repaired in the usual way, the study tests whether one surgical approach may work better than a partial repair.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT05102968Recruiting
App-based home rehab after shoulder arthroscopy
This study tests whether using a communication app to help you do home rehabilitation after arthroscopic shoulder surgery improves recovery and function. If you have a small to medium full-thickness rotator cuff tear (or certain subscapularis tears) and can commit to follow-up for two years, you may be eligible.
Kaohsiung CityAges 20–70 - NCT07004218Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound follow-up after massive rotator cuff tear surgery
This trial uses ultrasound imaging to check how the shoulder heals over the first year after surgery for a large tear in the rotator cuff (the group of tendons that helps lift and rotate your arm). The goal is to better understand recovery and improve care for people with this injury.
Çankaya, AnkaraAges 18–80 - NCT07009379Recruiting
Testing a pillow brace for sleep after rotator cuff repair
This study tests whether a special pillow brace helps people sleep better after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. If you're scheduled for this surgery and speak French, you may be able to join.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06095050Recruiting
Embolization for chronic shoulder pain
This trial tests a procedure called embolization to treat long-lasting shoulder pain that hasn't improved with other treatments like physical therapy or injections. The goal is to see if blocking certain blood vessels can reduce pain and improve function.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–80 - NCT06868108Enrolling by invitation
Rotator cuff repair with flexible anchors: study of healing
This study follows people who had rotator cuff repair using a special stitching system with anchors (FSSA). It checks how well the tendon heals by looking at MRI scans taken about a year after surgery.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18–70 - NCT06431191Enrolling by invitation
Anchor stitch or not in rotator cuff repair
This study tests whether adding a small 'anchor' stitch to the bone during a standard rotator cuff repair helps improve healing. It is for people with a moderate-sized tear who have not had prior shoulder surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 20–60 - NCT07481864Recruiting
Early mental exercise after shoulder tendon repair
This study tests if a gentle, early mental exercise program helps improve shoulder recovery after a specific type of rotator cuff repair. It might be a good fit if you had surgery on two front shoulder tendons and are otherwise healthy.
Istanbul, TurkeyAges 30–65 - NCT07080450Recruiting
Safety and performance of a rotator cuff repair device
This study collects information on how well a specific suture anchor system works for rotator cuff repair and how safe it is. It may help doctors understand its benefits for patients recovering from this shoulder surgery.
QuimperAges 18 years+ - NCT07628244Recruiting
Anesthesia methods for rotator cuff shoulder surgery
This trial compares two different anesthesia maintenance approaches during arthroscopic (keyhole) rotator cuff repair surgery to see which one provides better visibility for the surgeon. You would receive general anesthesia combined with a nerve block in your shoulder.
Nice, Alpes-MaritimesAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for rotator cuff repair?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 67 recruiting rotator cuff repair studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a rotator cuff repair trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a rotator cuff repair trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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