The shoulder and elbow specialists at Washington University Orthopedics are actively involved both basic and clinical research. Research efforts under way include

• Natural history of asymptomatic rotator cuff tears
• Structural integrity in the healing of rotator cuff injuries following surgical repair
• Evaluation of clinical results after innovative arthroscopic procedures around the elbow
• The influence of rotator cuff tears on shoulder biomechanics
• The use of advanced imaging, including ultrasound and MRI, in distinguishing various stages of rotator cuff disease
• Evaluation of outcomes after shoulder and elbow arthroplasty

For information on current clinical trials related to orthopedics, or to make an appointment with a specialist with Washington University Orthopedics, please call (314) 757-2500 or toll free (866) 867-3627.