Early versus standard rehabilitation after rotator cuff repair
Treatments studied
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares starting physical therapy sooner after rotator cuff surgery versus waiting a bit longer. It aims to see which approach helps you recover strength and movement better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have a rotator cuff tear confirmed by MRI and are scheduled for surgery to repair it.
- Your surgeon agrees you can take part in the study.
- You can attend follow-up physiotherapy sessions at the hospital.
- You are willing to participate and can give consent.
- You can understand Arabic or English.
- You do not have severe arthritis or significant fatty changes in the shoulder (as seen on imaging).
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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