Less invasive shoulder surgery could match standard procedure for active patients
NCT ID NCT07715162
First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This trial compares two surgical techniques for people with recurrent anterior shoulder instability and mild (subcritical) bone loss. One is the arthroscopic Latarjet procedure, which uses a bone graft to restore the shoulder socket. The other is dynamic anterior stabilization (DAS), a less invasive method that reroutes a tendon to stabilize the joint. The study will measure quality of life and function over 24 months to see if DAS offers similar results with fewer complications.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- two surgical procedures: dynamic anterior stabilization (DAS) and the arthroscopic Latarjet procedure
- What this could lead to
- If DAS proves as effective as the Latarjet procedure, it could offer a less invasive surgical option with fewer complications for people with recurrent shoulder instability and mild bone loss.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively small trial (84 participants), and the results may not apply to all patients. Both surgeries carry risks like infection, nerve damage, or recurrence of instability.
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