Cryo-compression for Rotator Cuff Repair Pain
This study is looking at ways to manage pain after arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery without relying too much on opioid pain medications. It compares two methods: Cryo-compression, which uses a device that combines cold and compression, and traditional Cryo-therapy, which uses gel ice packs. The goal is to see if Cryo-compression can better control pain and swelling after surgery. You might be able to join if you are between 18 and 70 years old, need arthroscopic rotator cuff repair for an acute or chronic tear, and are willing to participate. Success for this study would mean that Cryo-compression leads to less pain and swelling, and potentially less opioid use, compared to standard ice wraps. The current status of this study is unclear.
- Study design
- This is an interventional study with a planned enrollment of 100 participants. It uses a randomized controlled design to compare two different interventions.
- What's involved
- Not specified in the trial record.
- Compensation
- Not stated in the trial record.
- Follow-up
- Your pain levels and arm measurements will be evaluated for up to 15 days after surgery.
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Utility of Intermittent Cryo-Compression Versus Traditional Icing Following Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
At a glance
Conditions
Where it's being run
1 sites across 1 statesStudy leadership
- L Pearce McCarty III, MD · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · Allina Health
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What this trial measures
- Evaluation of pain levels in the post-operative period using VAS Pain Scale.up to 15 days
Evaluate effectiveness of intermittent cryo-compression therapy versus standard ice wraps for post - operative pain control through patient reported visual analog pain scores and patient - reported opioid usage in patients undergoing arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. Pain levels will be documented by the VAS Pain Scale
- Evaluation of post-operative edema comparing pre-operative and post-operative upper arm measurements.up to 15 days
Evaluate effectiveness of intermittent cryo-compression therapy versus standard ice wraps for reduction of post - operative tissue swelling in patients undergoing arthroscopic rotator cuff repair by measuring circumference (inches) of upper arm using a flexible measuring tape.