When should you start rehab after shoulder replacement? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT06869343

First seen Jun 16, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether starting physical therapy early or later after a reverse shoulder replacement for a broken upper arm bone leads to better recovery. Ten adults aged 50 to 85 who have this surgery will be randomly assigned to either early or delayed rehab. The goal is to find the safest and most effective rehab timing to improve shoulder movement and reduce complications.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • University of Virginia Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Charlottesville, Virginia, 22908, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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