Shoulder Labral Tear Surgery: Symptoms, Classification, Diagnosis & Recovery

Shoulder labral tear surgery is done to fix a torn labrum, which is a soft piece of tissue that helps keep the shoulder joint stable. This tissue can be injured from sports, accidents, or excessive arm movement.

Doctors usually use a small camera and tiny tools through minor cuts in your skin. This is called arthroscopic surgery, which enables surgeons to see and repair the tear without making a large incision.

They may use stitches and tiny anchors to reattach the labrum to the bone. This helps the shoulder stay in place and function more effectively over time.

After surgery, your arm will be in a sling for a few weeks. Physical therapy begins soon after to help you gradually regain movement in your shoulder and build strength without pain.

Here are the signs and symptoms of Shoulder Labral Tear Surgery,

Pain
Clicking
Popping
Weakness
Stiffness
Swelling
Instability
Catching
Tenderness
Limited-movement

Recovery after Shoulder Labral Tear Surgery varies based on the surgical technique used and the patient’s overall health:

Healing after shoulder labral tear surgery typically lasts between 4 and 6 months.
Patients often wear a sling for several weeks to support and protect the shoulder.
Rehab exercises start soon after surgery to restore motion and muscle strength.
The exact recovery period can vary depending on the type of surgery and individual health.
Sticking closely to the physical therapy plan helps speed up healing and improve results.

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Known for his soft-spoken nature, Dr. Manon Miglani had completed his MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College and MS (Ortho) for All India Institute of Medical Sciences. Dr. Miglani was awarded AO spine fellowship from Queen’s Medical Center, Nottingham and he also received Stryker fellowship in Arthroplasty from Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. Dr. Manon Miglani has provided his expert services to various hospitals of Delhi and NCR including AIIMS, Indraprastha Apollo, Jaipur Golden hospital, and Artemis hospital Presently, Dr. Manon is the additional director of Fortis, Vasant Kunj and senior consultant at Fortis, Shalimar Bagh.

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