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TRIA balances our research with studies aimed at evaluating new forms of treatment and the latest advancements in orthopaedics. |
Study Detail: Rotator Cuff Repair Study II
Principal Investigator: Michael Walsh, MD and Allen Hunt, MD
Understanding the rotator cuff: The rotator cuff muscles, as primary shoulder stabilizers, are essential to shoulder function. Thus, a rotator cuff tear has a large effect on ability and quality of life. Rotator cuff repairs (RCRs) are now being performed through less invasive incisions with the use of pencil-sized video cameras called an Arthroscope. Arthroscopic RCR allows patients to recover faster.
Aim of study: Two successful techniques for arthroscopically repairing the rotator cuff are (1) using two rows of sutures and (2) using two rows of sutures held down by a special kind of tape called a Speed Bridge. This Speed Bridge tape is actually a thick flat structure that serve to compress the tendon against the bone. The purpose of this study is to find out if there are any differences between these two surgical techniques relating to function, quality of life, general health and cost.
Enrollment: Open
Who should participate?
- Males and females over the age of 18
- Patients in good general health
- Individuals with a rotator cuff tear as determined by clinical examination and diagnostic imaging.
- Require arthroscopic repair of rotator cuff tear
For more information or to participate in research studies, please contact Megan Reams, Clinical Research Coordinator, at megan.reams@tria.com.
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