Anchor stitch or not in rotator cuff repair
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 60 years old.
- You have a small to medium tear in the rotator cuff (the muscles and tendons that help lift and rotate your arm), confirmed by a scope in the shoulder.
- Only one shoulder is injured.
- You have not had any previous shoulder surgery on that side.
- You do not have other shoulder problems like a dislocation injury, joint disease, or a fracture on the same side.
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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