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Slow and Accelerated Rehabilitation Protocols
Sponsor: Hacettepe University
Summary
Latissimus dorsi transfer is an established treatment option with favorable results in massive, irreparable rotator cuff tears, however, it is controversial if earlier motion is detrimental or beneficial to the postoperative goal of reduced pain and improved clinical outcomes. Therefore, the aim of this study is to compare the effects of slow and accelerated rehabilitation protocols after latissimus dorsi transfer in massive, irreparable rotator cuff tears.
Official title: Effects of Slow and Accelerated Rehabilitation Protocols After Latissimus Dorsi Transfer in Massive, Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
38
Start Date
2022-04-27
Completion Date
2025-12-27
Last Updated
2025-03-06
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Accelerated (ACCEL) protocol group
After randomization and initial evaluations, patients will be referred to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation clinics for a 8-week-long Phase 2 and Phase 3 trainings.
Slow (SLOW) protocol group
After randomization and initial evaluations, patients will be referred to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation clinics for a 14-week-long Phase 2 and Phase 3 trainings.
Locations (1)
Kırşehir Ahi Evran University
Kırşehir, Turkey (Türkiye)