Could a tiny spacer prevent rotator cuff Re-Tears?
NCT ID NCT04704700
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether adding a small balloon-like spacer (InSpace) during rotator cuff repair surgery helps prevent the tendon from tearing again. Thirty adults with a first-time rotator cuff tear were split into two groups: one got standard repair, the other got repair plus the spacer. Researchers checked re-tear rates, shoulder mobility, pain, and quality of life one year after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
InSpace spacer (a balloon-like device implanted during surgery)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a way to lower the chance of rotator cuff re-tears after surgery, improving recovery and shoulder function.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The spacer is a device, not a drug, and its long-term benefits are still uncertain.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Clinique Bizet
Paris, 75016, France