Shoulder surgery showdown: which fix works best for torn rotator cuffs?
NCT ID NCT04742452
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study compares two surgical options for people with large, irreparable rotator cuff tears that cannot be fully repaired. One group gets a partial repair alone, the other gets a partial repair plus an extra procedure called superior capsule reconstruction. Researchers will measure pain, shoulder function, and quality of life over two years in 105 adults to see if the extra procedure offers any benefit.
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Lake Health
RECRUITINGWilloughby, Ohio, 44094, United States
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Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60612, United States
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University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
RECRUITINGCleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States
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