Labral repair (shoulder)
Learn about Labral repair (shoulder), including indications, steps, recovery, and risks.
Overview
Labral repair restores the cartilage rim of the shoulder socket to improve stability and reduce pain.
Indications
Labral tears causing instability, clicking, or pain.
Procedure overview
Arthroscopic repair with anchors after preparing the labral surface.
Recovery
Sling immobilization followed by phased rehabilitation; return to sport varies by tear type.
Risks and complications
Stiffness, re‑tear, and residual instability.
Alternatives
Physical therapy or debridement for selected cases.
Labral repair restores the cartilage rim of the shoulder socket to improve stability and reduce pain.
Indications
Labral tears causing instability, clicking, or pain.
Procedure overview
Arthroscopic repair with anchors after preparing the labral surface.
Recovery
Sling immobilization followed by phased rehabilitation; return to sport varies by tear type.
Risks and complications
Stiffness, re‑tear, and residual instability.
Alternatives
Physical therapy or debridement for selected cases.