How do you treat a type 2 SLAP tear?
Current treatment options for Type II SLAP tears include non-operative, direct labral-bicep complex repair, and debridement with tenodesis or tenotomy.
What causes type 2 SLAP tear?
What causes a SLAP tear? SLAP tears can be caused by falling onto an outstretched hand, quickly lifting a heavy object or from a forceful, overhead arm motion during sports or work activity. More often, however, they result from repetitive stress on the shoulder which, over time, wears down the shoulder labrum.
What is type 2 SLAP lesion?
Type II SLAP lesions are characterized by a detachment of the superior labrum and the origin of the tendon of the long head of the biceps brachii from the glenoid resulting in instability of the biceps-labral anchor. These is the most common type of SLAP tear.
What is a Grade 2 SLAP tear?
SLAP Type 2 Type 2 is the comonest type of SLAP tear. The superior labrum is completely torn off the glenoid, due to an injury (often a shoulder dislocation). This type leaves a gap between the articular cartilage and the labral attachment to the bone.
Can you fix a SLAP tear without surgery?
Typically, patients with SLAP injuries that are less severe, involving either a partially torn labrum or frayed labrum, will find that physical therapy alone will improve their symptoms. However, if symptoms do not resolve after 6-12 weeks of physical therapy, surgery is necessary for a full recovery.
What is type 2 SLAP repair?
SLAP Type 2 This type leaves a gap between the articular cartilage and the labral attachment to the bone. Type 2 SLAP tears can be further subdivided into (a) anterior (b) posterior, and (c) combined anterior-posterior lesions. Treatment is reattachment of the labrum (SLAP repair).
What happens if you don’t fix a SLAP tear?
What Happens If a SLAP Tear Goes Untreated? SLAP injuries that are left untreated can wreak havoc on your mobility, strength, and range of motion. Without proper treatment and physical rehabilitation, SLAP injuries can cause chronic stiffness, pain, and weakness in the affected arm.
Should I have surgery for my SLAP tear?
While there are many types of SLAP tears, most can be treated with physical therapy or surgery. The best method depends on your age, overall health, and specific injury. You’ll likely need surgery if your tear is severe. During the recovery process, be sure to continue physical therapy and follow your doctor’s recommendations.
What is the recovery time for a SLAP tear repair?
The SLAP tear is identified and excess/damaged tissue is removed.
What is the recovery time from Slap surgery?
Rest and a sling or brace
What are the types of SLAP tear?
Type 1