Should you do PT after shoulder surgery? new study says maybe not
NCT ID NCT03719859
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study looked at 100 people who had reverse total shoulder replacement to see if doing physical therapy (PT) at a clinic is better than doing exercises at home. Researchers measured pain, movement, and function over two years. The goal is to help doctors and patients choose the best recovery plan.
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Locations
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Anderson Orthopedic Clinic
Arlington, Virginia, 22206, United States
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Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics
Leonardtown, Maryland, 20650, United States
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Medstar Georgetown University Hospital
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20007, United States
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New England Baptist Hospital
Dedham, Massachusetts, 02026, United States
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Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States
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University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States
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Western Orthopaedics
Denver, Colorado, 80218, United States
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