Risk Factors for Asymptomatic Rotator Cuff Tears to Become Symptomatic.
Recruiting
Observational Study
Rotator Cuff Tears
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 55 – 100
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 207 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University Ghent · Other
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About This Trial
In this prospective study, subjects older than 55 years with a degenerative asymptomatic rotator cuff tears will be followed for a period of 2 years. After testing, a symptom registration form will be filled in every 3 months. The test moment consists of pain measurements (pain pressure thresholds and conditioned pain modulation), biomechanical measurements (strength (including hand grip strength)…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* 55+ years old
* male or female
* asymptomatic rotator cuff tear diagnosed with ultrasound by a medical doctor
* mean visual analogue score (VAS) of \< 3 during daily life activities
* no shoulder complaints having a significant influence on daily life activities
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