This study is looking at whether starting physical therapy earlier or later makes a difference for people who have had a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA) for a broken upper arm bone (proximal humerus fracture). Researchers want to see if starting physical therapy at 2 weeks versus 6 weeks after surgery affects how well your shoulder moves, your pain levels, and any complications. You may be able to join if you are 50-85 years old, have had an rTSA for a proximal humerus fracture by a specific surgeon, and have not had a previous rTSA on the same shoulder. The main way success will be measured is by checking your shoulder's range of motion (how far you can move it) at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months after surgery. The study is currently unclear on its recruitment status and plans to enroll 10 participants.

Study design

This is a randomized controlled pilot study, meaning participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. It plans to enroll 10 participants.

What's involved

You would be assigned to start physical therapy at either 2 or 6 weeks after surgery. You would also have in-person clinic visits and X-rays at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months after surgery.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Participants will be followed for 6 months after surgery, with measurements taken at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months.

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