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Clinical Studies

Does the Critical Shoulder Angle Influence the Rotator Cuff Failure After Anatomic Shoulder Arthroplasty? Rochester, Minn.
The purpose of this study is to:
- Evaluate the influence of the critical shoulder angle (CSA) on outcomes after total anatomic shoulder arthroplasty; and
- Evaluate the influence of the critical shoulder angle (CSA) on rotator cuff failure after total anatomic shoulder arthroplasty.

Long-term Outcomes of Total Shoulder Fusion Rochester, Minn.
The aim of this study is to evaluate the long-term results of total shoulder arthrodesis performed over the last 20 years at our institution. Specifically, through a retrospective review and questionnaires we aim to stratify the outcomes according to surgical indication.
Long-term Results of Proximal Row Carpectomy in Younger Patients Rochester, Minn.
The aim of this study is to evaluate the results of proximal carpal row carpectomy (PRC) in patients under 40 years of age. Through a retrospective review and questionnaires, we will examine the overall results in these younger patients and elicit any confounders on their functional and pain outcomes.
Registry Study for Treatment of Thumb Carpometacarpal (CMC) Arthritis Using Stablyx® CMC Arthroplasty System Rochester, Minn.
The purpose of this study is to determine is the Stablyx ® CMC arthroplasty system provides acceptable outcomes for patients.