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