Umbilical cord stem cells injected into shoulder to heal torn tendon

NCT ID NCT06794294

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether stem cells from donated umbilical cords can safely help heal partial rotator cuff tears. 21 adults with shoulder pain for at least 3 months who haven't improved with other treatments will receive a single injection of stem cells into the tear. Researchers will measure pain and shoulder function over time to see if it works.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: umbilical cord derived mesenchymal stem cells
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-surgical treatment for partial rotator cuff tears, potentially reducing pain and improving shoulder function.
What could go wrong: This is a very early phase 1/2a trial with only 21 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The stem cells could cause side effects like injection site reactions or fail to improve symptoms.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

rotator cuff syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ROTATOR CUFF DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Joint & Spine Center, SMG-SNU Boramae Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Seoul National University College of Medicine
RECRUITING

Seoul, Korea, 07061, South Korea

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