New scaffold aims to stop rotator cuff repairs from failing
NCT ID NCT05997381
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding a BioBrace® implant during rotator cuff surgery helps the tendon heal better and reduces the chance of re-tearing. About 268 adults aged 40–70 with full-thickness tears will be randomly assigned to get surgery with or without the implant. The main goal is to see if the implant lowers the retear rate at 6 months, as seen on MRI.
What this could mean
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Active substance
BioBrace® implant (a bioresorbable scaffold that reinforces the repaired tendon)
What this could lead to
If it works, this implant could lower the chance of the rotator cuff tearing again after surgery, helping people recover more fully.
What could go wrong
This is a mid-stage trial, so results are not yet proven. The implant may not reduce retear rates and could carry surgical risks like infection or poor healing.
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ConMed
RECRUITINGNew Haven, Connecticut, 06513, United States
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