Study Comparing Exactech Guided Personalized Surgery GPS to Standard Techniques in Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Evaluating Implant Position, Range of Motion, and Patient Outcomes with Long-Term Follow-Up

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating the best way to position implants in reverse shoulder arthroplasty by comparing a new technology called Exactech Guided Personalized Surgery GPS with traditional surgical methods. This study aims to see how the implant placement affects shoulder range of motion and patient-reported outcomes. The study includes long-term follow-up of up to 10 years, with at least 2 years of monitoring for each patient. Participants will undergo reverse shoulder arthroplasty using either the GPS technique or conventional tools. The study will compare these two methods to see which allows for better implant positioning. Patients will have a preoperative CT scan taken within three months before surgery to assist in planning. The study involves regular follow-up visits to monitor progress and outcomes. Throughout the study, participants will be evaluated using several shoulder function and pain assessments, including SST-12, SPADI, Constant, ASES, and UCLA scores, with an average of one assessment per year. These measures will help researchers understand the impact of implant positioning on shoulder function and patient satisfaction. Participants must commit to attending follow-up visits for a minimum of two years, with some followed for up to ten years to assess long-term results.

Comparison Between Exactech Guided Personalized Surgery (GPS) and Conventional Instrumentation of Shoulder Arthroplasty