Disease of the tendon

This study is testing a special implant (Tapestry) that helps repair a key shoulder tendon (subscapularis) during shoulder replacement surgery. About 100 adults with shoulder arthritis or injury will be followed for 2 years to see if the tendon heals better with the implant. The …

This study compares two common injections—platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and corticosteroids—given during arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. 387 adults with full-thickness supraspinatus tears are randomly assigned to receive PRP, corticosteroid, or a placebo injection during surgery. …

This trial tests whether a rehabilitation program that exercises the entire leg — from foot to hip — can improve balance, reduce pain, and restore function better than standard tendon-focused exercises in people with chronic Achilles tendinopathy. Fifty adults aged 18 to 45 with …

This trial tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) training to standard rehabilitation helps adults with chronic Achilles tendinopathy recover better. BFR uses a cuff to partially restrict blood flow during low-load exercises, aiming to build strength with less tendon s…

This study compares physical therapy delivered through video calls to traditional in-person therapy for 50 young elite baseball players with rotator cuff problems. The goal is to see if remote therapy is as effective at improving shoulder function and reducing pain, and whether i…

This study tests whether giving people with rotator cuff shoulder pain regular updates on their progress (like pain scores and strength) helps them recover better. 56 adults aged 18–35 will either get standard rehab or standard rehab plus these progress updates. The goal is to se…

This study tests whether using virtual reality and action observation therapy during the time a wrist or hand is in a cast can improve recovery. Participants watch first-person videos of hand movements through a VR headset and then practice those movements. The goal is to prevent…

This study compares two surgical techniques for treating various Achilles tendon disorders, such as chronic tears and tendinopathy. One method uses a small camera (endoscopic) and the other uses a larger open incision. The goal is to see which approach leads to better function, f…

This study looks at whether a treatment called pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) applied to a key shoulder nerve can help people with long-lasting shoulder pain that hasn't improved with standard treatments like painkillers or physical therapy. The study involves 60 adults with chronic…

This study aimed to see if a 12-week resistance training program could improve tendon health in people with Achilles tendinopathy, a condition causing pain and swelling in the Achilles tendon. Researchers planned to enroll at least 20 patients who would perform daily exercises th…

This study aimed to test a new exercise program for people with shoulder impingement syndrome, a common cause of shoulder pain. The program involved progressive resistance exercises over 14 weeks. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no data or c…

This study looks at whether a 6-day course of oral steroids after orthopedic surgery can help reduce pain, nausea, and improve movement. About 500 adults having common surgeries like joint replacement or fracture repair will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or…

This study tests whether a self-management program led by a physiotherapist can reduce pain and improve function in people with greater trochanteric pain syndrome (chronic hip pain). 110 adults aged 18-70 with hip pain for over 3 months will be randomly assigned to either the sel…

This pilot study aimed to compare a single injection of connective tissue matrix (CTM) against a standard corticosteroid shot for treating rotator cuff tendinopathy. Participants would have been randomly assigned to one of the two injections and followed for six months with quest…

This study compares two ways to treat new Achilles tendon pain: doing exercises at home versus going to a physical therapist. About 56 adults with Achilles tendinopathy will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups for 12 weeks. Researchers will track pain, function, and moo…

This study looks at whether strengthening the latissimus dorsi muscle can improve shoulder space, reduce pain, and boost function in people with rotator cuff tendinopathy. 47 adults aged 18-50 with ongoing shoulder pain will be split into three groups: rotator cuff exercises only…

This study compares two types of injections for people with shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff tendinopathy. One injection, CTM Boost, is made from donated placental tissue, and the other, PRP, uses a patient's own blood. The goal is to see if CTM Boost works as well as PRP at …

This study looks at how the position and angle of surgical anchors used in rotator cuff repair affect cyst formation and tendon healing. Researchers will use MRI scans to measure cyst volume and assess tendon recovery in 70 adults aged 18–70 undergoing primary arthroscopic repair…

This study was designed to compare two standard surgical techniques for bicep tenodesis—using one anchor or two mini anchors—to see which keeps the tendon in place better. It planned to track tendon movement with X-rays right after surgery, at 2 weeks, and at 6 months. However, t…

This study looks at how well a bioimplant helps heal hip tendons after surgery. Fifteen adults with torn gluteal tendons will get the implant during standard repair. Researchers will use ultrasound and questionnaires to check tissue healing and hip function over time.

This study follows 75 manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injuries over 3 to 5 years to see when and why shoulder problems start. Researchers use yearly MRIs and motion tracking to link daily activities to shoulder damage. The goal is to find ways to prevent shoulder pain an…