When to rehab after shoulder surgery? new study seeks answers
NCT ID NCT07324174
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether starting gentle shoulder exercises soon after rotator cuff repair leads to better recovery than waiting six weeks. About 86 adults who have surgery for a torn rotator cuff will be randomly assigned to either early or delayed rehabilitation. Researchers will measure pain, shoulder function, and quality of life over 12 months to find the best approach.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 86 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jan 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2029
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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17 to 100 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adults aged 18 years and older 2. Patients diagnosed with a symptomatic tear of the rotator cuff and listed for surgical repair 3. Rotator cuff tear confirmed by MRI 4. Patients screened by the surgeon as suitable to participate 5. Able to attend out-patient follow-up physiotherapy appointment 6. Demonstrate the ability and willingness to consent and continue participation in the study 7. Able to understand Arabic or English Language Exclusion Criteria: A patient will not be eligible for participation in the study if any of the following criteria apply: 1. Individuals younger than 18 years 2. Those unable or unwilling to consent or continue with the study. 3. Moderate to severe arthritis seen on x rays or MRI 4. Fatty infiltration grade \>= 3
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre
Riyadh, 11211, Saudi Arabia
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