Study on a new shoulder spacer for torn rotator cuff
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests a new biodegradable spacer for the shoulder in people with a full-thickness rotator cuff tear. It may help relieve pain and improve shoulder function without the need for more invasive surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have a full-thickness tear of your rotator cuff (a group of muscles and tendons that help move your shoulder).
- You are 50 years old or older.
- You are in generally good health and can follow study instructions and attend follow-up visits.
- You have not had problems with drug or alcohol abuse in the past year.
- You are not currently taking part in any other research study.
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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