New scaffold may help older patients heal torn shoulder tendons

NCT ID NCT04325789

First seen May 14, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding a nanofiber scaffold during rotator cuff surgery helps the tendon heal better in people over 55. 91 patients were randomly assigned to get either standard repair or repair with the scaffold. The main goal was to see if the scaffold reduces the chance of the repair failing after surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Associated Orthopedists of Detroit

    Saint Clair Shores, Michigan, 48080, United States

  • Central Indiana Orthopedics

    Fishers, Indiana, 46037, United States

  • Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas - Patewood

    Greenville, South Carolina, 29615, United States

  • The Christ Hospital & The Lindner Reseach Center at The Christ Hospital

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45219, United States

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