Shoulder tests for athletes after a dislocation
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a set of physical tests to see how well they measure shoulder function in people who have had a shoulder dislocation and plan to return to sports. It may help you understand if you are ready to go back to your sport safely.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You play a sport that uses your shoulder a lot (like tennis, basketball, swimming, or volleyball) for at least 3 hours a week.
- Your shoulder has dislocated or been unstable in the front direction.
- Your other shoulder (the one that's not injured) is completely healthy.
- You have finished your rehabilitation program after surgery.
- You want to return to the sport you played before the injury.
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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