Clinical trials
Rotator Cuff clinical trials
Below are recruiting rotator cuff clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 156 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07053566Enrolling by invitation
Back muscle strengthening for rotator cuff tendinopathy
This study tests whether strengthening a back muscle (latissimus dorsi) helps people with rotator cuff tendinopathy. You may be able to join if you have had shoulder pain for at least 3 months and meet certain medical criteria.
AnkaraAges 18–50 - 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 - NCT06505135Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Stem cells for rotator cuff tear repair
This study tests whether injecting your own stem cells (taken from belly fat) during rotator cuff repair helps the tendon heal better and reduces pain. It's for people with a recent, repairable tear who are otherwise healthy.
Sønderborg, DanmarkAges 40–69 - NCT06677320Recruiting
What really matters in rotator cuff disease
This study looks at what it means for rotator cuff problems to be clinically important—how they affect your daily life and what counts as meaningful improvement. It helps doctors better understand your symptoms and recovery.
KırklareliAges 18 years+ - NCT06794294RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell therapy for chronic shoulder pain from partial rotator cuff tear
This trial tests whether a single injection of stem cells from donated umbilical cord tissue can help people with a partial rotator cuff tear that hasn't healed with standard treatments like physical therapy or injections. If you have had shoulder pain for at least 3 months and a partial tear confirmed by MRI or ultrasound, you may be eligible.
Seoul, KoreaAges 19 years+ - NCT06517680Recruiting
Tight Control for Shoulder Tendon Pain
This study tests whether a strict, well-monitored treatment plan works better for recent-onset rotator cuff tendinopathy (pain from the tendons around your shoulder). It aims to see if controlling treatment closely can help you recover faster.
AngersAges 18–65 - NCT06237647Recruiting
Comparing injections for partial rotator cuff tears
This study compares three types of injections—steroids, PRP (platelet-rich plasma), and PRP combined with hyaluronic acid—to see which works best for partial rotator cuff tears. If you have shoulder pain from a partial tear, this trial may help find the most effective treatment for you.
Kaohsiung City, SanminAges 20–85 - NCT06228625Recruiting
Game exercises vs. body awareness for shoulder pain
This trial compares two types of therapy—rehabilitative game exercises and body awareness exercises—for people with a partial tear of the rotator cuff in the shoulder. It aims to find which approach works better for reducing pain and improving movement.
Istanbul, BeykozAges 40–65 - NCT07374679Recruiting
Long-term safety and effectiveness of stem cells for rotator cuff disease
This study follows up with people who already received an experimental stem cell treatment for rotator cuff disease in a previous trial. It aims to check if the treatment remains safe and effective over time.
Seoul, KoreaAges 19 years+ - NCT07744165Recruiting
Shoulder muscle and balance study for rotator cuff tear
This study looks at how shoulder problems affect muscle strength and balance. It may help understand why shoulder pain can affect your daily activities.
Istanbul, KadıköyAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05011331Recruiting
Custom pillow study for better shoulder-area sleep
This trial tests whether a specially made pillow can help people with rotator cuff problems sleep better without surgery. You would use the pillow and answer questions about your sleep quality.
East Providence, Rhode IslandAges 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 - 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 - NCT05450510Recruiting
Testing slow vs faster rehab for severe shoulder tears
This study compares two physical therapy rehab plans to see which helps people recover better after a severe, irreparable rotator cuff tear. It may help you find the pace of rehab that works best for your shoulder and daily function.
KırşehirAges 18–65 - NCT05603728Recruiting
Follow-up study for Exactech shoulder implants after surgery
This study follows people who get (or already had) a shoulder replacement to see how the implant is doing over time. It may help improve future care by tracking long-term performance and safety.
Laguna Woods, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT05624164Recruiting
Microfracture surgery to help rotator cuff tears heal
This trial studies a specific surgical technique (microfracture) to help the rotator cuff heal after repair. You might be eligible if you have a rotator cuff tear of a certain size on MRI and have not improved with non-surgical treatments.
Nantong, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT05855759Recruiting
New graft to help repair large rotator cuff tears
This trial studies a special “acellular” (cell-free) skin-derived graft combined with healing-stimulating materials to improve healing and function after surgery for large rotator cuff tears. It may help people with serious tendon damage in the shoulder, but only if their tear type and health situation fit the study rules.
Bologna, BOAges 18–65 - 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 - 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 - NCT06272786Recruiting
Nerve Block for Recovery After Rotator Cuff Surgery
This study tests whether a nerve block (an injection to numb a nerve in the shoulder) can improve recovery after rotator cuff repair surgery. It is for people who recently had this surgery and have no other problems with their shoulder or health that might affect the results.
Kirşehir, City CentreAges 18–65 - NCT06563739Recruiting
Shock wave therapy after rotator cuff surgery
This trial tests if using shock waves after rotator cuff repair can help you recover better. It is for people who need surgery for a torn rotator cuff and can follow a rehabilitation program.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06587009Recruiting
Shock Wave Treatment for Rotator Cuff Tears
This study tests if shock wave therapy (a non-invasive treatment using sound waves) helps people with rotator cuff tears who choose not to have surgery. The goal is to see if it improves shoulder function and pain during a structured rehab program.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 17–75 - NCT06590714Recruiting
Polmacoxib for pain after rotator cuff surgery
This trial tests if Polmacoxib, an anti-inflammatory drug, can reduce the need for stronger painkillers after rotator cuff surgery. It may help manage pain with fewer side effects.
Uijeongbu-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for rotator cuff?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 156 recruiting rotator cuff 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 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 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.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.