Comparing two surgical methods for recent severe shoulder separation
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two surgical methods to fix a recent, severe shoulder joint separation (a common injury where the collarbone separates from the shoulder blade). It aims to find which technique provides better recovery, so you may benefit from receiving one of these advanced treatments.
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Who can take part
- Be between 16 and 60 years old
- Have a recent shoulder separation (less than 3 weeks old) that is unstable or severe
- Have this injury as your only shoulder problem, without other conditions like arthritis or fractures
- Never have had surgery on this shoulder before
- Be able to attend follow-up visits for at least 12 months after surgery
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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