Shoulder surgery showdown: to cut or not to cut a tiny chest muscle?

NCT ID NCT06292169

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looks at whether releasing the pectoralis minor muscle during reverse shoulder replacement helps reduce pain and improve arm movement. About 90 adults having this surgery will be randomly assigned to either have the muscle released or not. Researchers will compare pain scores and how well the shoulder works after surgery.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Emory Clinic

    RECRUITING

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States

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  • Emory Healthcare Orthopaedics and Spine Center

    RECRUITING

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30329, United States

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