SHOULDER PAIN

This study follows 59 people who receive a specific shoulder replacement implant to see how safe and effective it is over time. Participants have severe shoulder damage from arthritis, fractures, or failed prior surgery. Researchers will track complications and how well the shoul…

This study tests a procedure called shoulder radiofrequency ablation (SRFA) to relieve long-term shoulder pain caused by rotator cuff problems or arthritis. Ten adults aged 50 and older who have not found relief from standard treatments like physical therapy or injections will re…

This study tests whether cutting the biceps tendon to relieve shoulder pain can be done safely in the doctor's office using a tiny camera, instead of in the operating room. Fourteen adults with shoulder pain from biceps or rotator cuff problems will be treated. The goal is to see…

This study tests a treatment called pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) on a nerve in the shoulder to see if it can reduce long-lasting shoulder pain and related nerve sensitivity. About 60 adults with shoulder pain that hasn't improved with standard treatments will receive the procedure…

This study looks at whether adding motor imagery (thinking about doing movements) to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. About 36 adults who had this surgery will be split into two groups: one gets physical therapy alone, …

This study compares a single injection of connective tissue matrix (CTM) to platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for treating rotator cuff tendinopathy, a common cause of shoulder pain. About 92 adults aged 18-80 with this condition will receive one injection and be followed to see if CTM …

This study looks at whether a pain management plan without opioids can control pain just as well as one that includes opioids after shoulder replacement surgery. About 83 adults having shoulder replacement will be randomly assigned to receive either the nonopioid plan or the stan…

This study follows 75 manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injury over 3 to 5 years. Researchers use yearly MRIs and motion measurements to see when shoulder damage begins and which daily activities contribute to pain and injury. The goal is to find ways to prevent shoulder p…

This study follows 146 people who have already had shoulder replacement surgery with specific implants to see how well the implants hold up over 10 years. Researchers will track any problems, complications, or need for additional surgeries. Participants will report how their shou…

This study looks at ways to improve how often patients complete follow-up surveys after shoulder surgery. About 400 adults having shoulder arthroscopy will either receive extra education about the importance of surveys or get Amazon gift cards for completing them. The goal is to …

This study looks at whether dry needling at the C5-C6 spinal area can help people with neck and shoulder pain. Researchers will measure changes in shoulder motion, strength, tender spots, and blood flow in 30 adults aged 18-65. The goal is to understand how dry needling affects m…