Comparing ultrasound-guided and anatomical injections for biceps tendonitis
Official title: Functional Results of Infiltration for Biceps Tendonitis Guided by Ultrasound vs Anatomical Repairs: Variation in Technique
Run by Hospital Universitario San Ignacio · NCT06856824 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing whether using ultrasound to guide biceps tendon injections helps people with biceps tendonitis recover better than using traditional methods based on anatomy.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Hospital Universitario San Ignacio Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bogotá) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 1, 2024 |
| Main results expected | June 30, 2025 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | March 17, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06856824 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with anterior shoulder pain specifically related to the long head biceps tendon.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with calcifying tendonitis, tendon ruptures, or previous surgeries on the biceps tendon may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to compare the functional outcomes of biceps tendon injections guided by ultrasound versus those guided by anatomical landmarks. It focuses on patients with biceps tendinitis, a common cause of shoulder pain and disability. By evaluating the effectiveness of these two techniques, the study seeks to establish better management guidelines for quick recovery and minimal complications. The trial will also contribute to understanding the socio-economic impact of treatment variations in Colombia compared to global standards.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment protocols for biceps tendonitis, enhancing recovery times and patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While no studies in Colombia have compared these techniques, global literature suggests that ultrasound guidance may improve treatment outcomes, indicating potential for success.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older * Patients with anterior shoulder pain * Point of maximum pain in long head bíceps tendon at the level of the bicipital groove * Positive speed test * Patients who gave informed consent and accepted follow-up Exclusion Criteria: * Calcifying tendonitis of the biceps * Partial or complete rupture of the subscapularis tendon * Glenohumeral joint deformity * Rupture and/or dislocation of the tendon of the long head of the biceps. * Surgery and/or previous infiltrations in the biceps tendon
Where it's running
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Hospital Universitario San Ignacio
Bogotá, Colombia Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Luis A A García, MD
- Email: lagarcia@husi.org.co
- Phone: *57 1 5946161
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.