Biceps surgery with or without labrum repair for shoulder tears
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial compares two surgeries for a specific type of shoulder tear (SLAP type II to IV). One surgery fixes the biceps tendon, the other also repairs the labrum (the cartilage ring around the shoulder socket). It aims to see which approach gives better results.
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Who can take part
- You have a shoulder tear (SLAP type II, III, or IV) caused by an injury or wear and tear.
- Your shoulder is not misshapen or deformed.
- You do not have an inflammatory joint condition like rheumatoid arthritis.
- You do not have diabetes, epilepsy, or a psychological disorder.
- The tear is only in one shoulder (not both).
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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