Table 4.
Analysis of secondary outcome complications from baseline to 12 months (intention-to-treat population)
| Complication | Advice (n=240) | Advice and physiotherapy (n=242) | P value* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torn rotator cuff | 22 (9) | 21 (9) | 0.87 |
| Shoulder re-dislocation | 7 (3) | 3 (1) | 0.22 |
| Frozen shoulder | 3 (1) | 7 (3) | 0.34 |
| Compression fracture | 8 (3) | 4 (2) | 0.26 |
| Ongoing nerve damage | 1 (<1) | 0 (0) | 1.00 |
Numbers shown are complications reported at least once per participant.
Fisher’s exact test.