Surgery vs rehabilitation for teens after first shoulder dislocation
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two approaches for teenagers who have had a first-time shoulder dislocation: one is early surgery to stabilize the shoulder, and the other is a rehabilitation (physical therapy) program. The goal is to see which approach leads to better long-term recovery and lower risk of future dislocations.
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Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 18 years old.
- You have had your first-ever shoulder dislocation (in the front) within the last 5 months.
- A doctor confirmed the dislocation, either with an imaging test or by having to put your shoulder back in place.
- You have not had any previous shoulder dislocations or surgery on that shoulder.
- You need to be able to read and speak the language used at the study site, and you or your parents must agree (in writing) to take part.
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