Patients Experiences of Rehabilitation Before and After Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty (NCT06897124) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Patients Experiences of Rehabilitation Before and After Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty
Sweden15 participantsStarted 2022-04-21
Plain-language summary
Reverse shoulder arthroplasty is a complex surgical procedure requiring thorough rehabilitation, and its frequency is increasing globally. While previous studies have quantitatively examined postoperative outcomes, such as pain levels and shoulder function, no research has yet explored patients' subjective experiences of the rehabilitation process before and after surgery. Purpose of the study was to explore patients' experiences of undergoing reverse shoulder arthroplasty and the associated rehabilitation process.
Who can participate
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Inclusion Criteria:
The inclusion criteria encompassed patients who had undergone elective surgery involving reverse shoulder arthroplasty in the Västra Götaland region who demonstrated proficiency in both spoken and written Swedish.
Exclusion Criteria:
Exclusion criteria applied to cases where the study leader had served as the patient's physiotherapist, the presence of neurological disorders, or the occurrence of surgical complications, such as infection or fracture.
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
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Patients' experiences of undergoing surgery and rehabilitation with reverse shoulder arthroplasty.
Timeframe: From time of surgery to end of rehabilitation, approximately 0-7,8 months.