Does Shoulder Stabilizations Stabilize Shoulders? (NCT02725333) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Does Shoulder Stabilizations Stabilize Shoulders?
11 participantsStarted 2014-10
Plain-language summary
Background: There is no evidence that shoulder stabilization effectively corrects the glenohumeral translation in unstable shoulders, explaining residual apprehension in certain patients. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of surgical stabilization on glenohumeral translation.
Methods: Anteroposterior and superoinferior translations were assessed in patients, before and after shoulder stabilization, through a dedicated patient-specific measurement technique based on optical motion capture and computed tomography.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Anteroinferior shoulder stabilization
Exclusion Criteria:
* Incomplete documentation
* Follow-up of less than twelve months
* History of bilateral instability
* Previous shoulder surgery
* Contraindications for computed tomography
* Non-traumatic onset
* Hyperlaxity. The latter was defined as more than 85° of external rotation at the elbow against the waist{Coudane, 2000 #3124} or hyperabduction by more than 105°.{Gagey, 2001 #1915}
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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?
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5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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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?
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What they're measuring
1
Comparison of ipsilateral glenohumeral translation (unstable side) pre- and postoperatively.
Timeframe: 1 year
2
Comparison of glenohumeral translation between ipsilateral side (unstable side) and contralateral (stable) side.