Shoulder RFA Pilot Study (NCT06039345)
The Effectiveness of Shoulder Terminal Sensory Articular Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation for Non-surgical Refractory Shoulder Pain Due to Rotator Cuff Pathology and Osteoarthritis; A Prospective Pilot Study
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Through this prospective, single-arm cohort pilot study, we plan to explore the safety and effectiveness of Shoulder Radiofrequency Ablation (SRFA) in patients with non-operative chronic shoulder pain due to shoulder osteoarthritis with or without rotator cuff tears.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Utah Farmington Health Center — Farmington, Utah
Age range: 50 Years
📋 "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 (3 Sites)
- University of Utah Farmington Health Center — Farmington, Utah
- University of Utah Orthopaedic Center — Salt Lake City, Utah
- University of Utah South Jordan Health Center — South Jordan, Utah
💰 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.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.