Does Sarcopenia Influence Rotator Cuff Tear Patterns? Radiological Insights From Patients With Rotator Cuff Syndrome

Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle mass due to aging, which consequently leads to a decline in muscle function. It is considered an independent risk factor for falls and fractures, disability, postoperative complications, and mortality. Rotator cuff tears are known to be influenced by systemic diseases such as diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, thyroid disorders, and osteoporosis. The aim of our study is to investigate whether there is a relationship between sarcopenia and rotator cuff tears, and if so, to determine the location and type of the tear.

NCT Number	NCT07183774
Lead Sponsor	Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
Conditions	Rotator Cuff Tears, Sarcopenia, Shoulder Pain, Rotator Cuff Syndrome
Enrollment	104 participants
Start Date	2025-01-01
Primary Completion	2025-12-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2025-12-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-11-26