Plain-English translation of NCT05395819 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether one of two shoulder replacement surgical techniques works better than the other for older adults with advanced shoulder arthritis. One approach, called a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, flips the normal anatomy of the shoulder joint. The other, called a total shoulder arthroplasty, replaces the joint more traditionally. Researchers want to see which approach gives patients better pain relief, improved function, and better quality of life over the first year after surgery.
Shoulder arthritis is very common in older adults and can seriously affect daily life and independence. While doctors know how to treat younger patients well, it's still unclear which surgical approach works best for people over 65, especially because rotator cuff muscles naturally weaken with age and can fail after surgery. This study aims to find the best option for this growing population.
If you qualify and enroll, you will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two surgical approaches. You will undergo the surgery and then return for follow-up visits over 12 months to have your shoulder checked, answer questions about your pain and function, and complete imaging or other tests. The study will track how well you recover, how much your pain improves, and how your daily activities are affected by the surgery.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 18, 2026 · Not medical advice
Canada