Shoulder surgery tweak may help patients reach behind their backs
NCT ID NCT05753904
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether cutting a specific tendon (the conjoint tendon) during reverse shoulder replacement surgery helps patients move their hand behind their back better. The trial planned to enroll 26 adults having their first reverse shoulder replacement, but it was terminated early. The main goal was to measure how high patients could reach behind their back after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Conjoint tendon resection (surgical procedure)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a surgical technique that improves the ability to reach behind the back after shoulder replacement.
- What could go wrong
- The trial was terminated early with only 26 participants, so results are limited and may not be reliable. The procedure involves cutting a tendon, which could affect shoulder stability or strength.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Missouri Orthopaedic Institute
Columbia, Missouri, 65201, United States
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