Using VirtuaCareTM Platform for Home Programs in Acute and Chronic Shoulder Conditions: A Pilot Study (NCT06016257)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This study will be performed to determine if Band Connect's VirtuaCare™ platform increases patient compliance and provides an effective alternative to current physical therapy treatment while reducing the frequency of visits compared with standard orthopedic physical therapy treatment performed in the outpatient clinic. Participants are being asked to take part in this research study if 18 years and older and have been prescribed physical therapy rehabilitation for an acute or chronic shoulder condition and as part of the participant's physical therapy will receive a shoulder exercise home program.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Outpatient Rehabilitation — Los Angeles, California
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Use of VirtuaCare™ for home program (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Outpatient Rehabilitation — Los Angeles, California
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Los Angeles, California
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (818) 590-0004
Email: pamela.roberts@cshs.org
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.