OE Journal

ORIGINAL ANALYSIS

Trends in Shoulder & Elbow: A Detailed Data Report Powered by OE M.I.N.D.

Shoulder and elbow conditions remain a central focus in orthopaedic research, with over 558 RCTs involving nearly 85,000 patients and more than 400 treatments analyzed in OE M.I.N.D. The most-studied conditions—like tendon tears, fractures, and pain—and the evolving interests of practitioners, including a surge in PRP, corticosteroid, and physiotherapy trials are observed. Market analysis identifies Arthrex, DePuy Synthes, ConMed, and Smith & Nephew as leading manufacturers in published research. With over 1,300 ongoing global studies and major industry sponsors contributing to the evidence base, this report offers an in-depth look at the landscape of research, practice patterns, and clinical trial activity in this complex and highly active subspecialty.