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Rotator Cuff Tears Clinical Trial in Chicago, IL

Access cutting-edge rotator cuff tears treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Chicago. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Stryker Endoscopy

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Chicago

    Convenient for IL residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Chicago site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Rotator Cuff Tears Study in Chicago

This is a prospective, parallel group, open-label, multi- center, randomized study to assess two accelerated rehabilitation programs for use with the InSpace device in the treatment of full thickness Massive, Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears (MIRCTs) performed during an arthroscopic procedure.

Sponsor: Stryker Endoscopy

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Subjects MUST meet ALL the following criteria to be included in the study:
The subject has signed the IRB approved Informed Consent Form (ICF) specific to this study prior to enrollment
Is male or female ≥ sixty-five (65) years of age
Positive diagnostic imaging by MRI within 9 months of enrollment of the index shoulder indicating a full thickness MRCT:
Measuring ≥ 5 cm in diameter
Involving ≥ two tendons
Functional deltoid muscle and preserved passive range of motion on physical examination
Documented VAS score \> 30 mm pain
Failed non-operative treatment of at least 3 months from the initial treatment to include one or more of the following:
Oral analgesics
Anti-inflammatory medication (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen)
Corticosteroid injection(s)
Physical therapy
Activity modification
Rest (sling used)
Must be able to read and understand the approved Informed Consent Form (written and oral)
Must be in general good health (as determined by the Investigator) based on screening assessments and medical history
Must be independent, ambulatory, and can comply with all post-operative evaluations, visits, and electronic database collection Intra-operative Inclusion Criteria Subjects MUST meet the following criteria to be randomized in the study:
Full thickness tear
Tear size ≥ 5 cm in diameter
Tear involving ≥ two tendons

Exclusion Criteria

Subjects will be excluded from the study, if they meet ANY of the following individual exclusion criteria:
Known allergy to the device material (copolymer of PLA (poly (lactic acid) and -ε-caprolactone)
Evidence of the following conditions:
Severe gleno-humeral or acromio-humeral arthritis
Full thickness cartilage loss as seen on MRI
History within the past 5 years of anterior or posterior shoulder subluxation or dislocation as determined by history, examination, or radiographic findings
Pre-existing deltoid defect or deltoid palsy
Major joint trauma, infection, or necrosis
Partial thickness tears of the supraspinatus
Fully reparable rotator cuff tear \[Tear of less than 5 cm in diameter (or \< 4 cm2) with retractable tendon that can be fully repaired\]
Known neurovascular compromise
Complete deltoid muscle palsy
Traumatic muscle tears of the pectoralis or deltoid
The subject requires concomitant:
Subscapularis repair
Labral repair of any type
Biceps tenodesis
Previous surgery of the index shoulder in the past 1 year, excluding diagnostic arthroscopy
The subject's condition is bilateral and rotator cuff repair is scheduled or to be scheduled over the course of this study for the contra lateral shoulder
Major medical condition that could affect quality of life and influence the results of the study (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
The subject has documented evidence of a history (e.g., liver testing) of drug/alcohol abuse within 12 months of enrollment
The subject's condition represents a worker's compensation case
The subject is currently involved in a health-related litigation procedure
Females of child-bearing potential who are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Concurrent participation in an investigational clinical study one month prior to enrollment or during the entire study period
The subject is physically or mentally compromised (e.g., currently being treated for a psychiatric disorder, senile dementia, Alzheimer's disease, etc.), to the extent that the Investigator judges the subject to be unable or unlikely to remain compliant to follow-up
The subject is receiving prescription narcotic pain medication for conditions unrelated to the index shoulder condition
The subject currently has an acute infection in the area surrounding the surgical site.
Baseline WORC score less than 420 Intra-operative Exclusion Criteria: Subjects will not be randomized and will be terminated from the study if they meet ANY of the following individual intra-operative exclusion criteria:
Rotator cuff is/presents with:
Fully reparable with adequate tissue and muscle quality (equivalent to Goutallier stage 1 or 2)
Partial thickness tear of the supraspinatus
Evidence of significant osteoarthritis
The subject requires concomitant:
Subscapularis repair
Labral repair of any type
Biceps tenodesis
Coracoacromial ligament functional deficiency or shoulder instability is identified

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Chicago?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05329584) has an active research site in Chicago, IL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Rotator Cuff Tears Treatment Options in Chicago, IL

If you're searching for rotator cuff tears treatment options in Chicago, IL, this clinical trial (NCT05329584) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Chicago research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced rotator cuff tears specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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