Shoulder surgery showdown: onlay vs. inlay – which works better?
NCT ID NCT05297305
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at two different ways surgeons place the top part of a reverse shoulder replacement: sitting on top of the bone (onlay) or set into the bone (inlay). The goal was to see if one method leads to better arm movement after surgery. The study enrolled 19 people with shoulder arthritis or rotator cuff injuries, but it was stopped early, so results are limited.
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William Beaumont Hospital
Royal Oak, Michigan, 48073, United States
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