With advances in medical technology, many shoulder injuries that were difficult to diagnose in the past can now be accurately identified and treated. One such injury is a shoulder joint labral tear, also known as a glenoid labrum tear.
Using arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery, orthopaedic surgeons can now look inside the shoulder joint with a camera and treat labral injuries precisely, with minimal tissue damage and faster recovery.
The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint made up of:
The head of the humerus sits in a shallow socket on the scapula called the glenoid. To improve stability, a rim of soft fibrous tissue called the labrum surrounds the socket.
Damage to the labrum can lead to pain, instability, and repeated shoulder dislocations.
There are several types of shoulder labral tears, depending on their location:
Labral injuries may result from acute trauma or repetitive shoulder use. Common Causes Include:
Athletes involved in cricket, tennis, swimming, weightlifting, and baseball are particularly at risk.
Symptoms may resemble other shoulder problems and include:
Your doctor will:
While imaging strongly suggests a labral tear, the definitive diagnosis is often confirmed during arthroscopic surgery.
Many labral tears can be treated without surgery:
If symptoms improve and the shoulder remains stable, surgery may not be required.
Surgery is considered when:
Most labral tears are treated using minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery. Depending on the tear:
Not all labral tears are repairable. In such cases, non-surgical management may be recommended.
At ArthroSportz Med, we specialize in advanced shoulder arthroscopy and sports-related
shoulder injuries, offering comprehensive care from diagnosis to full recovery.
Our expertise:
Our goal is not just to treat the tear—but to restore confidence, strength, and stability in your shoulder.
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In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
In most cases, you can begin physiotherapy without a doctor's referral; however, some insurance providers may require one for reimbursement or coverage purposes.
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