New shoulder anchor shows promise in healing torn rotator cuffs

NCT ID NCT05690776

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Zimmer Biomet Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 106 people who had surgery to fix a torn rotator cuff using a special anchor and tape. The goal was to see if the device helps the tendon heal back to the bone and improves shoulder function. Researchers checked healing and measured pain and daily activities one year after surgery. The study also tracked any side effects or problems related to the device or procedure.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Quattro® X Suture Anchor with BroadBand™ Tape (a medical device used in shoulder surgery)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could confirm that the device helps torn shoulder tendons heal properly, giving surgeons a reliable option for rotator cuff repair.
What could go wrong: This is a small, non-randomized study without a comparison group, so results may not apply to all patients. The device could still fail to heal the tendon or cause complications like retears or infection.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Rotator Cuff Injuries rotator cuff syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ROTATOR CUFF INJURIES ROTATOR CUFF TEARS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Centre Clinical

Soyaux, 16800, France
Ortheo

Saint-Etienne, 42100, France

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