Shoulder surgery showdown: which approach wins for seniors?

NCT ID NCT06848023

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: Campbell Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two standard surgeries for people aged 60 and older with a severe three-tendon tear in the shoulder: reverse total shoulder replacement versus rotator cuff repair. Researchers will measure shoulder function, pain, and satisfaction one year after surgery to see if one approach leads to better outcomes. The goal is to help doctors and patients choose the most effective treatment for this common injury.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty or rotator cuff repair surgery
What this could lead to: If one surgery proves better, it could guide treatment choices for older adults with severe shoulder tears, improving function and reducing pain.
What could go wrong: This is a small, non-randomized comparison, so results may not apply to everyone. Both surgeries carry risks like infection, stiffness, or need for repeat surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

rotator cuff syndrome Shoulder Injuries Shoulder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SHOULDER INJURIES SHOULDER PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

Campbell Clinic

Germantown, Tennessee, 38138, United States

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