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No knife needed? study tests Non-Surgical route for torn biceps

NCT ID NCT06602414

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at how well people recover from a complete tear of the distal biceps tendon without surgery. Researchers followed 30 patients for at least one year, measuring elbow function, strength, and fatigue. The goal is to see if conservative (non-surgical) treatment can be a good option for some patients.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that non-surgical treatment is a viable option for some patients with distal biceps tendon ruptures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with only 30 participants. Results may not apply to all patients, and conservative treatment may not restore full strength or function.

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Study facts

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Participants

30 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2024

Finished

Jul 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Adult patients who have suffered an acute distal biceps tendon rupture

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age greater than or equal to 18 years old at time of injury * Complete acute distal biceps tendon rupture diagnosed and evaluated at IRCCS Istituto ortopedico Rizzoli between 2000 and 2024 treated conservatively Exclusion Criteria: * \< 18 years at time of injury * Patients who present controindications to the strenght evaluation * Patients who have developed other non correlated injuries to the affected arm (e.g. fractures or tendon injuries) * Patients treated surgically for distal biceps tendon rupture

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Tendon rupture

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli

    Bologna, BO, 40136, Italy

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