Strengthening Exercises for Humeral Head Depressor Muscles

Recruiting now · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty, Depressor Muscle Training, Shoulder Rehabilitation

In brief

Postoperative rehabilitation after reverse shoulder arthroplasty aims to improve pain control, range of motion, and functional capacity. However, studies examining the effects of strengthening exercises targeting the humeral head depressor muscles are limited. This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effects of adding a specific strengthening program to standard rehabilitation on pain, range of motion, quality of life, and functional outcomes.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07309796

Run by

Hacettepe University

People needed

27

Starts

2026-01-02

Expected to finish

2026-12-02

Last updated by the study team

2026-03-03

Who can join

Age: 65 and older, up to 90. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Patients scheduled for primary reverse total shoulder arthroplasty Intact teres minor confirmed by physical examination (Hornblower's test) and intraoperative assessment Ability to participate in physiotherapy or a home exercise program

You may not qualify if…

• Active infection Deltoid muscle insufficiency Inability or unwillingness to comply with randomization Prior shoulder arthroplasty on the same side Unwillingness to participate Inability to read or understand written instructions

Where it is running

• Kırşehir Ahi Evran University — Kırşehir, Turkey (Türkiye) (enrolling)

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