Augmentation of Subscapularis Repair in Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
Stanford University
Summary
The primary purpose of this research is to compare the images obtained by ultrasound between a standard repair of the subscapularis tissue and after repair with a Biobrace. The secondary purpose is to determine if there are any clinical differences.
Description
The investigators would like to learn if subscapularis repair augmentation with the Biobrace in total shoulder arthroplasty (reverse and anatomic) will result in sonographic and/or clinical improvements. This will allow for improvements in technique and better outcomes for patients going forward.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Exclusion Criteria: * Vulnerable population
Interventions
- DeviceBioBrace Augmentation
During shoulder replacement surgery, the subscapularis (rotator cuff muscle) is sometimes repaired back again. This will be stitched and augmented with a BioBrace. The Biobrace is a biocomposite scaffold meaning both synthetic and biologic, compared to other traditional implants that are either synthetic or biologic. The stitch in the BioBrace group will be anchored to and reinforced by this material.
- ProcedureStandard Repair with Sutures
During shoulder replacement surgery, the Subscapularis (rotator cuff muscle) is sometimes repaired back again. This is usually repaired with stitches per standard of care treatment.
Location
- Stanford UniversityRedwood City, California