A paralabral cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms next to the shoulder labrum (the cartilage rim of the socket). It usually develops because of an underlying labral tear, which allows joint fluid to leak out and collect as a cyst.
Over time, the cyst can press on nearby nerves, most commonly the suprascapular nerve, leading to pain, weakness, and muscle wasting.
When a paralabral cyst compresses a nerve, patients may experience:
⚠ If nerve compression is not treated early, weakness may become permanent.
This is a minimally invasive keyhole surgery performed using a camera (arthroscope) through tiny incisions.
Simply aspirating (needle drainage) the cyst without fixing the labral tear often leads to recurrence. Arthroscopy treats the root cause, not just the swelling.
If the cyst has compressed the nerve significantly, direct nerve decompression is performed during the same arthroscopic procedure.
Arthroscopic cyst and nerve decompression is recommended when:
Expected recovery:
Our Philosophy:
At ArthroSportz Med, paralabral cysts are not treated in isolation.
We identify the labral tear, decompress the cyst, relieve nerve pressure, and restore shoulder function—all in a single, minimally invasive procedure.
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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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