ROTATOR CUFF INJURIES

This study tests whether injecting a patient's own fat-derived stem cells into the shoulder muscle, alongside standard surgery, improves healing for torn rotator cuffs. Thirty adults with a confirmed tear will be randomly assigned to surgery alone or surgery plus stem cell inject…

This study looks at whether estradiol patches can improve shoulder healing after rotator cuff repair in post-menopausal women. About 58 women will receive either an estradiol patch or a placebo patch for three months after surgery. The goal is to see if the hormone helps reduce p…

This study compares a telerehabilitation system called Band Connect to standard in-person physical therapy for people recovering from rotator cuff repair surgery. The Band Connect uses smart handles and resistance bands that connect to a phone app to guide exercises and track pro…

This study compares two types of full can exercises—concentric and eccentric—for people with partial rotator cuff tears. Sixty participants will do one type of exercise plus standard physiotherapy for 6 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in shoulder muscle structure, pain, a…

This study tests whether a mobile app with AI-guided exercise videos and reminders helps people recover better after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair compared to standard paper instructions. About 102 adults who need surgery will be randomly assigned to use the app or follow pape…

This study tests whether adding a gentle back-mobilization technique to standard shoulder therapy can improve pain, movement, and function in people with rotator cuff injuries. Forty adults with chronic shoulder pain will receive either shoulder mobilization alone or combined wit…

This study compares two exercise programs for people with rotator cuff-related shoulder pain. One group gets a standard, fixed program, while the other gets the same exercises but with personalized touches like preferred music, choice of exercises, and motivational feedback. Rese…

This study looks at whether using a pillow placed behind the shoulder after rotator cuff repair surgery can lower pain and improve sleep. About 126 adults aged 40 to 70 will choose whether to use the pillow or not. Their pain, sleep quality, and shoulder function will be checked …

This study looks at how stress on the shoulder bone (acromion) changes after reverse shoulder replacement surgery. Researchers will use CT and MRI scans from 13 patients to create computer models that show where bone stress is highest. The goal is to better understand and prevent…