Clinical trials
Shoulder Osteoarthritis clinical trials
Below are recruiting shoulder osteoarthritis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 51 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07764354Recruiting
Patient education for sticking with home exercises
This study tests whether extra education helps people with chronic musculoskeletal conditions—like long-term back pain, knee arthritis, or partial rotator cuff tears—stick with their home exercise routines to feel better. If you have one of these conditions and are willing to follow a home exercise plan, this could help you manage pain.
Dammam, Eastern ProvinceAges Any age - NCT03804853Recruiting
Rehab program after reverse shoulder replacement surgery
This trial studies a rehabilitation plan after reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (reverse shoulder replacement) to see if it improves recovery. If you are eligible, you may be guided through specific therapy and follow-up visits as part of the study.
Bloomington, MinnesotaAges 55 years+ - NCT04468178Recruiting
Testing a new shoulder implant and checking its position over time
This study looks at how well a specific shoulder replacement implant works for people with worn-out (arthritic) shoulder joints. It also checks how well the implant stays in the right position as you heal after surgery.
Hanover, Lower SaxonyAges 18–80 - NCT06381791RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CBD for pain after shoulder surgery
This study tests if CBD (a cannabis extract) can help manage pain after rotator cuff repair surgery. It aims to find a better way to control pain and reduce the need for stronger painkillers.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT02844738RecruitingPhase 2
Cell therapy for shoulder osteoarthritis pain and inflammation
This trial tests a treatment using your own (autologous) regenerative cells to reduce pain and inflammation from shoulder osteoarthritis. It may help people with long-lasting shoulder pain, but you must meet several health and medication timing requirements.
Grove City, PennsylvaniaAges 18–90 - NCT05408065Recruiting
Compare pain relief from two shoulder injections for arthritis
This study compares how well two different shoulder injections reduce pain from moderate-to-severe shoulder osteoarthritis. You would receive injections in only one shoulder and answer questionnaires about pain and function.
Montreal, QuebecAges 20 years+ - NCT03806881Enrolling by invitation
Follow-up after shoulder replacement using a patient-specific implant
This study follows people after a primary or revision shoulder joint replacement when the shoulder socket bone has severe damage. It checks long-term outcomes and how well the patient-specific implant and required therapy work for recovery.
HerentalsAges 18 years+ - NCT05926622Recruiting
Testing a Medacta shoulder replacement system for pain relief
This trial studies how well a Medacta shoulder replacement works by looking at clinical results and X-ray/scan findings after surgery. It may help people with certain shoulder conditions who need shoulder replacement or revision surgery.
AnnecyAges 18 years+ - NCT07744542Enrolling by invitation
Physical therapy for shoulder arthritis pain
This study tests if a specific physical therapy program can help people with shoulder arthritis (wear-and-tear in the shoulder joint) feel better and move more easily without surgery. It may help you if you have this type of arthritis and have not tried physical therapy recently.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT03404778Enrolling by invitation
Collecting data on reverse shoulder implants for weak rotator cuff
This study collects real-world information about a reverse shoulder implant used when the rotator cuff is badly damaged. It may help improve how these implants are chosen and how well they work for pain relief and improving arm function.
Towson, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06520085Recruiting
Using a phone app to improve recovery after shoulder surgery
This trial tests whether a personalized mobile app helps people recover better after reverse shoulder replacement surgery. If you use a smartphone or tablet, the app may guide your recovery and track your progress.
Venlo, LimburgAges 18 years+ - NCT05868330RecruitingPhase 4
Compare two nerve-block methods for shoulder replacement
This trial compares two different ways of giving numbing medicine around the shoulder nerve before reverse shoulder replacement surgery. It may help find which method works better for pain control and comfort after surgery.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–90 - NCT07226388Enrolling by invitation
Pyrocarbon hemiarthroplasty vs total shoulder replacement for osteoarthritis
This study compares two types of shoulder replacement surgery for people with osteoarthritis: one that replaces only the ball of the joint (hemiarthroplasty with a pyrocarbon ball) and one that replaces both the ball and socket (total shoulder arthroplasty). The goal is to see which option works better for people with this condition.
St Louis, MissouriAges 40–65 - NCT05067543Recruiting
Shoulder replacement study using a new humerus implant device
This study tests a specific device used for shoulder arthroplasty (shoulder replacement) in adults. You may be able to join if you need a shoulder replacement and meet safety checks around infection, bone quality, and allergies.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT05500066Enrolling by invitation
Shoulder implant study for people needing shoulder replacement
This trial studies a specific shoulder replacement implant system. It may help people with damaged shoulder joints by testing how well the implant works and how it affects recovery and function.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06025448Recruiting
Comparing two types of reverse shoulder replacement
This study compares two types of reverse shoulder replacements: one that uses a small piece of your own bone (BIO-RSA) and another that uses a special metal implant (MIO-RSA) to fill the socket. The goal is to see which one stays more stable in the bone after surgery.
OsloAges 45–80 - NCT02966886Recruiting
Shoulder replacement techniques for advanced shoulder arthritis
This study compares different surgical techniques during shoulder replacement for people with advanced shoulder (glenohumeral) arthritis. It may help surgeons choose the approach that best restores function and reduces pain.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06469177Enrolling by invitation
Pain management app study for joint replacement recovery
This study tests a smartphone tool to help manage pain after hip, knee, or shoulder replacement. It aims to see if using the tool improves your recovery compared to standard care.
Dartmouth, Nova ScotiaAges 19 years+ - NCT06154694Recruiting
Shoulder joint patterns in arthritis patients
This study looks at how shoulder arthritis affects joint movement patterns. It compares patients with arthritis, healthy volunteers, and people who had a shoulder replacement that later needed a revision.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+ - NCT07520721Recruiting
Shoulder Replacement Materials: Plastic vs Hybrid Implants
This trial compares two types of shoulder replacement implants for people with long-standing shoulder arthritis. It tests whether a hybrid design (combining different materials) works better than a traditional plastic design for pain relief and shoulder function.
Hoofddorp, North HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT04949087Recruiting
Shoulder arthritis injection study for ongoing pain relief
This trial looks at how well medicine given directly into the shoulder joint reduces pain from primary shoulder osteoarthritis. If you have ongoing shoulder pain confirmed by X-ray, you may be eligible to receive an in-joint injection and be followed for response.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07678034Recruiting
Long-term safety study of Tipmed shoulder replacement system
This study checks how safe and effective the Tipmed shoulder replacement system is over time. It is for people who already had this specific shoulder implant during surgery.
BalıkesirAges 18 years+ - NCT07558590Recruiting
Shoulder Replacement System Recovery and Function Study
This study follows patients who have received a new shoulder replacement device to see how well it works and how patients recover. Researchers will collect information about your shoulder function and satisfaction over time.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT05292339RecruitingPhase 4
Ketorolac shot for painful hand and arm tendon/joint problems
This trial studies whether a ketorolac injection can safely reduce pain and symptoms from certain shoulder, elbow, hand, or wrist tendon or joint conditions. It may help people who haven’t had surgery for the problem yet.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for shoulder osteoarthritis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 51 recruiting shoulder osteoarthritis 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 shoulder osteoarthritis 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 shoulder osteoarthritis 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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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.