Back muscle strengthening for rotator cuff tendinopathy
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old
- You have had shoulder pain for at least 3 months
- You are not overweight (BMI under 30)
- You have not had shoulder surgery or a dislocation on that side
- You have not had an injection in your sore shoulder in the last 6 weeks
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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