Cemented vs. Non-Cemented TSA for OA of the Shoulder (NCT00158418) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedPhase 3
Cemented vs. Non-Cemented TSA for OA of the Shoulder
Canada160 participantsStarted 2002-08
Plain-language summary
The purpose of the study is to investigate the fixation of the humeral component in total shoulder arthroplasty for primary osteoarthritis of the glenohumeral joint.Our hypothesis is that uncemented fixation of the humerus will result in better disease-specific quality of life, decreased incidence of radiographic loosening, decrease operative time and no increase in complications.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. Primary osteoarthritis of the shoulder of grade III or higher (Kellgren and Lawrence modified for the shoulder
. Patients who have failed standard conservative management of their shoulder osteoarthritis
Exclusion criteria
. Patients with secondary OA resulting from major joint trauma, infection, avascular necrosis, cuff tear arthropathy, chronic dislocation, massive rotator cuff tear, inflammatory arthropathy, Charcot's arthropathy or previous shoulder surgery (other than arthroscopic debridement)
. Patients with preoperative CT scans of the shoulder which show insufficient glenoid bone stock that would not allow for implantation of a glenoid prosthesis
. Active joint or systemic infection
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
disease specific quality of life comparing the 2 groups at 2 years using several shoulder function rating scales.
2
the Western Ontario Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder Index (WOOS)
3
the Constant Score
4
American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) Standardized Shoulder Assessment form.