Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

Observational cohort for shoulder joint replacement outcomes

Official title: Prospective Evaluation of the Clinical and Economic Outcomes of Total Joint Replacement: HSS Shoulder Arthroplasty Cohort

Run by Hospital for Special Surgery, New York · NCT00527839 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is tracking patients who get shoulder joint replacements to see how well they do over time and what factors affect their recovery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment250 (estimated)
SponsorHospital for Special Surgery, New York
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (New York, New York and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 2007
Main results expectedApril 2027
Study endsApril 2027
Registry record updatedFebruary 12, 2026
Trial IDNCT00527839 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 and older who are scheduled to undergo total shoulder arthroplasty at HSS.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are not undergoing shoulder arthroplasty or those with significant comorbidities that may affect surgery outcomes 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 study aims to create a prospective cohort of patients undergoing total shoulder arthroplasty at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) to evaluate long-term outcomes, predictors of success, and causes of failure. By systematically following these patients, the study seeks to gather valuable data that can inform future practices and improve patient care. The observational nature of the study allows for the collection of real-world data without altering the standard treatment protocols. This initiative addresses the gap in existing literature regarding long-term outcomes for shoulder replacements.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of shoulder arthroplasty outcomes, leading to improved patient care and surgical techniques.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been numerous studies on joint replacements, this specific cohort approach at HSS is relatively novel and aims to fill a critical gap in long-term outcome data.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 18 years or older and undergoing total shoulder arthroplasty at HSS

Exclusion Criteria:

* No other exclusion criteria. Pregnant women are eligible for the registry as this is a non-interventional study which only involves filling out questionnaires.

Where it's running

  • Hospital for Special Surgery
    New York, New York, United States
    Recruiting
  • Hospital for Special Surgery
    New York, New York, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Robert Marx, MD — Hospital for Special Surgery, New York
  • Study coordinator: Robert Marx, MD
  • Email: marxr@hss.edu
  • Phone: 212-606-1645

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.