Disease of the tendon

This early-phase trial tests whether tendon stem cells can help rotator cuff tears heal better after surgery. About 107 adults with small to medium tears will receive either standard repair or repair plus stem cells placed at the injury site. The study will check for side effects…

This study will check if a new physical exam called Said's test can accurately diagnose biceps tendon injuries in the shoulder. Researchers will test 144 adults, including those with shoulder injuries and healthy volunteers. Two doctors will perform the new test and standard test…

This study tests whether a new medicine called Fexuprazan (Fexuclue) can prevent stomach ulcers caused by NSAID painkillers like ibuprofen. About 360 adults with joint or muscle pain who need daily NSAIDs will take either Fexuprazan or an older drug (Lansoprazole) for 24 weeks. T…

This study will compare two non-invasive treatments—high-intensity laser therapy and extracorporeal shock wave therapy—for people with chronic supraspinatus tendinopathy (a common shoulder tendon condition). Researchers will measure tendon thickness, shoulder space, pain, range o…

This study compares two surgical methods (single-row vs. double-row repair) for people with chronic Achilles tendon pain that hasn't improved with non-surgical treatments. Researchers will measure pain, function, and costs in 166 adults aged 18-75 to determine which approach prov…

This study looks at whether adding a specific hands-on technique called Mobilization With Movement (MWM) to standard exercises can better reduce pain and improve shoulder function in people with rotator cuff tendinopathy. About 60 adults with chronic shoulder pain will be split i…

This study compares 3D-printed hand orthoses (braces) to traditional custom-made ones in 100 adults with chronic hand conditions from nerve, muscle, or bone issues. The goal is to see if the 3D-printed versions work just as well for daily activities, are more satisfying, and cost…

This study compares two non-invasive treatments—high-intensity laser therapy and shock wave therapy—for people with chronic shoulder pain from supraspinatus tendinitis. Researchers will measure pain and disability in 48 adults over several weeks to see which approach works better…

This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) games for shoulder exercises works better than standard physiotherapy for people with shoulder tendon pain. Twenty adults with shoulder tendinopathy will be randomly assigned to either VR-based or conventional exercise for 4 wee…

This study tests if a newer ultrasound-guided needle works better than a standard needle to treat gluteal tendinosis—a painful tendon condition in the buttock area. About 110 adults who haven't improved after 3 months of other treatments will be randomly assigned to one of the tw…

This study tests whether adding shockwave therapy or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to a standard exercise program helps people with long-term Achilles tendon pain. One hundred active adults aged 18-65 with symptoms lasting over 3 months will be randomly assigned to exerci…

This study tests whether adding Kinesio Taping (a special elastic tape) to standard hand therapy can improve movement and strength after extensor tendon repair. About 36 adults with a specific finger tendon injury will be randomly assigned to get either real tape or a fake tape, …

This study looks at whether adding famotidine (an acid-reducing drug) to standard painkillers (paracetamol and ibuprofen) helps people with calcific tendinitis of the shoulder feel less pain and move better. About 200 adults with shoulder pain and calcium deposits will be followe…

This study looks at whether adding a type of electrical stimulation (PENS or PE) to a 12-week exercise program helps people with long-term shoulder tendon pain. About 64 adults will receive either real or placebo stimulation during four weekly sessions. The goal is to see if the …

This study tests whether taking a supplement called HMB, along with a standard rehab program, can reduce pain and improve knee function in athletes with patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee). Thirty athletes will receive either HMB or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers will measu…

This early-phase trial will test four orthobiologic treatments—PRP, bone marrow concentrate, hyaluronic acid, and nanofat—in 300 adults with various muscle, joint, tendon, or bone conditions. The goal is to see if these natural substances can reduce pain and improve joint functio…

This study tests whether a long-hold isometric exercise can reduce pain and improve function in competitive weightlifters with patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee). About 24 athletes will either do the supervised exercise or follow routine training. Researchers will measure pain…

This study looks at whether a mobile app can help people with common pains (neck, shoulder, back, or knee) do their prescribed home exercises more regularly. About 30 adults will be split into two groups: one using the app and one doing traditional exercises. The goal is to see i…

This study tests whether applying an ozonated gel with ultrasound (phonophoresis) can reduce pain and improve shoulder function in people with chronic supraspinatus tendinitis. Forty adults aged 30-60 with mild to moderate tendon issues will receive either the ozone gel treatment…

This study looks at whether TECAR therapy, a type of energy treatment, can reduce pain and improve shoulder movement in people with chronic supraspinatus tendinitis (a common tendon injury). About 46 adults with grade II tendinitis will receive the therapy. Researchers will measu…

This study tests whether a personalized exercise program based on muscle structure works better than a standard eccentric heel-drop program for people with chronic Achilles tendinopathy. Twenty adults with mid-tendon pain for at least 3 months will be randomly assigned to one of …

This study aims to translate and adapt a widely used questionnaire for musculoskeletal problems into Urdu. Researchers will enroll 110 Urdu-speaking adults, including patients with muscle or joint issues and healthy volunteers. The goal is to create a validated tool to measure sy…

This study aims to learn more about how tendons work and why they get sick. Researchers will collect small pieces of tendon tissue that are normally thrown away during planned surgeries in adults. Participants do not need to do anything extra—just give permission to use the lefto…

This study looks at how patients feel when reading their own medical notes. Some will read the original doctor's note, others will read a simpler version written by artificial intelligence. Researchers want to see if the AI summary changes how much patients trust their doctor or …

This study will use ultrasound to check for tendon inflammation (tenosynovitis) in children with two types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA): polyarticular and oligoarticular. Researchers will examine 106 children under 16 at Assiut University Hospital, comparing physical ex…

Achilles tendinopathy causes pain and stiffness in the ankle tendon, making daily activities hard. The main treatment is a program of specific exercises, but many people struggle to keep them up. This study will interview up to 30 adults who have had NHS physiotherapy for this co…

This study follows 60 adults with hand or upper limb injuries to see if improvements in the first weeks of rehab can predict function months later. A digital tool created by a therapist tracks progress and patient feedback. The goal is to help clinicians make better, data-driven …

This study looks at whether analyzing synovial tissue can help doctors better manage pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS), a rare joint disease that causes pain and joint damage. Researchers will collect tissue samples from 30 patients through biopsy or surgery to assess quali…

This study looks at how athletes at risk for patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee) move during jumps. Researchers will use a camera system to track knee, hip, and ankle angles in 60 male athletes over 12 months. The goal is to find early movement changes that could lead to better…

This study looks at how thumb tendon injuries impact fine motor skills like pinching and gripping. Researchers will measure hand function, strength, and dexterity in 52 adults after surgery. The goal is to better understand recovery and improve future treatment plans.

This study tests a decision support system called SmaRTWork to help people on sick leave due to muscle or back pain return to work. About 298 adults in Norway will either use the system or receive usual care. The main goal is to see if the tool helps them return to work sustainab…

This study will measure harmful molecules called AGEs in 300 people with various rheumatic diseases (like rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis) and compare them to healthy volunteers. AGEs build up over time and can cause inflammation. Researchers will use a non-invasi…

This study looks at how having a structured, values-based conversation affects people's decisions about diagnostic imaging tests for common musculoskeletal conditions like arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendon problems. About 220 adults from a specialty clinic will read a…