New patch may boost rotator cuff healing
NCT ID NCT05439850
First seen Mar 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study compares standard rotator cuff surgery to surgery plus a bioinductive patch that helps the tendon heal. About 78 adults with full-thickness tears will be followed for one year. The main goal is to see if the patch leads to fewer re-tears on ultrasound.
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What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Bioinductive implant (a patch placed on the tendon during surgery to promote healing)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could mean fewer repeat tears and better shoulder function after rotator cuff repair.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study, so results may not apply to everyone. The patch might not improve healing and could carry surgical risks like infection or stiffness.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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