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Immobilization After an Anterior Glenohumeral Joint Dislocation With a Bankart Lesion

Canada50 participantsStarted 2007-07

Plain-language summary

Glenohumeral joint dislocation is the most frequent joint dislocation with a prevalence of 1.7/100000 citizens/year. It is treated by reduction, under sedation or anaesthesia, followed by an immobilization of the arm. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the healing of the labrum in first time anterior glenohumeral joint dislocation with a Bankart lesion in young patients by comparing an external rotation brace to an internal rotation brace to immobilize the injured arm.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 40 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * \> 18 years old * \< 40 years old * anterior glenohumeral joint dislocation proved by radiography * dislocation needing a reduction manoeuvre * home close to evaluation site for 24 months follow-up visits * signed consent form Exclusion Criteria: * associated fracture * Hill-Sachs lesion = or \> than 30% * neurovascular deficit * hypermobility * pre-existing instability of the injured shoulder * systemic neurological disease * allergy to gadolinium * functional sequel to the shoulder due to previous injury * incapacitated adult patient * minor patient * home far from evaluation site * refusal to sign the consent form

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?

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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

Anatomical healing of the labrum

Timeframe: 3 months after dislocation

Trial details

NCT IDNCT01111500

SponsorHopital de l'Enfant-Jesus

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2013-02

Contact for this trial

Hélène Côté, Res Nurse

1-418-649-0252 helco3@hotmail.com

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