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Rehabilitation following Rotator Cuff Repair: A Multi-centre Pilot and Feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial (RaCeR)
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This VTT transcript captures a presentation by Christopher Werth at a virtual conference, focusing on the findings of the RaCeR study, which evaluates rehabilitation methods following rotator cuff repair surgery. The session kicks off with David Keen introducing Christopher, who humorously mentions the challenges of presenting with a puppy nearby. Christopher outlines the study's aims to assess the feasibility of a fully powered randomized controlled trial comparing traditional rehabilitation methods with early patient-directed approaches.
Throughout the presentation, Christopher discusses the methodology, recruitment, and criteria for success, noting a strong recruitment rate but highlighting issues with patient withdrawals due to various reasons including the nature of the surgeries performed. Statistical findings reveal a promising difference in rehabilitation timelines between groups, as well as promising outcomes in functional scores. The presentation closes with Christopher addressing questions regarding re-tear rates and concluding plans for a future large-scale trial.