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Doctors have advised me for a surgery. Is it safe, and are there any risks involved ? Also what do bio absorbable sutures mean? Will it dissolve in the body or will remain there always? I have tear in the posterior labrum 7-12 .

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If there is instability and pain in shoulder- better to take risk and have surgery done. If you are asymptomatic - you might not need it. It is safe surgery - bioabsorbale screws - absorbed with bone. ...  Read More

Hello, I have slap lesion labrum tear in my right shoulder, due to it my bicep tendon also got inflammation It's been 1 year since I got slap lesion. Now I have some relief. But not completed yet Please Suggest me non surgery treatment.

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You should consult a physiotherapist for complete assessment and treatment. ...  Read More

MRI of my right shoulder shows Superior Kabtak tear. My Dr has suggested steroid injection which can probably help the tear rejoin. I wanted to get confirmation on this. Regards,... Neeraj

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Steroid don't heal tears. You May Try antiinfammatory drugs & physiotherapy. ...  Read More

Aftr arthroscopy for slap lesion, will hole in bone and fiber tap will be there always / it dilute ?

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After arthroscopy for a SLAP lesion, a hole in the bone and fiber tape will be used to stabilize the repair of the torn labrum. However, over time, the hole in the bone may fill in with new bone growt ...  Read More

I'am an international player of volleyball and don't want surgery for curing my labrum tear. this happened while playing volleyball. I don't want any type of surgery and next year i have asian games and i have to appear for them , so please try to help me.

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Hi...its good to know that you are not keen on a surgery and wish to recover from the injury through othet forms of conservative rehab.Physiotherapy is definitely a good option but again surgery or no ...  Read More

Is it mandatory to go for surgery in the case of labrum tear? Is there any alternate solution for it? Please guide me.

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Dear Sir, I can understand your concern. Surgery is usually recommended for this condition to prevent recurrent dislocation. However a detailed clinical examination by a orthopedic Shoulder Surgeon is ...  Read More

An orthopaedic suggested me to go for surgery if my pain doesnot go and after completion of a month also I am feeling pain. So, How much labral tear surgery cost in Metro cities of India and what are side effects of it..? I have inferior labrum tear in my right shoulder.

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R u taking about shoulder jt??? ...  Read More

I have recurrent shoulder dislocation (subluxation) and the MRI says no labrum tear but the physio doctor said i have a anterior labrum tear. Pls suggest

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If the MRI report is clear that the labrum is torn and if the clinical examination is otherwise, then the ways to know for definite is to inject a dye and do an MRI Scan. It is called MRI Arthrogram. ...  Read More

I had a labrum tear in right shoulder two years ago and also had done a month of PT. But unfortunately there was no improvement in my shoulder condition. This is highly disappointing/depressing as I could not continue in any of the overhead sports these days. I cannot play badminton, tennis, cricket bowling, can't throw a ball, can't punc

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Sorry for late reply, Actually to know proper treatment for labral tear... It's better to have mri where v can understand the amount and pattern of tear.... Answers to ur questions r.. 1.Yes labral te ...  Read More

Is Arthroscopic surgery a must for Slap III Tear or can it be healed in physiotherapy? If physiotherapy can help, is it going to be life long?

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Hi if an orthopaedic doctor suggested an arthroscopic please go for it ...  Read More

Yes 10 months 1o clock to 8o clock Tear i am suffering from 10 months so give me best suggestion

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Need Clinical Examination Visit nearest orthopedic surgeon (Shoulder Surgeon) ...  Read More

I had a frenulum tear about a month ago now how to check if it is fully healed it been 1 month 2 days

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MRI indicates..Degenerative tear in right acetabular labrum. Right anterior periarticular cystic lesion also seen- like paralabral cyst. How serious is this and what should be the treatment.

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Kindly share your symptoms. ...  Read More

Hello, I was diagnosed with a Slap III tear last year. I have pain in my shoulder if I walk a lot or lift something heavy. When I exercise it gradually comes down and next time the same thing happens. Will it lead to a serious problem if surgery is not done?

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Surgical intervention is advisable ...  Read More

I have frozen shoulder and a SLAP injury & 3.00mm long anterior tendon tear at humeral attachment are found in MRI. Do these heal on their own or need surgery? Physiotherapy is providing only temporary relief and adhesive Ed's is back after stopping it.

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Minor SLAP tear in shoulder. Type 3 Acromion. Healing is in progress. Is PRP treatment well proven or rest and Physiotherapy will help ?

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MRI findings : Superior Labral tear is seen involving superior labrum 12 o clock with involvement of inferior fibres of bicep tendons I have attached my MRI report for reference. Can this be healed by Physio and rehab or do i need to undergo surgery.

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Age: 19, Weight: 160 lbs., Height: 6'0", Race, Caucasian, Location/Duration of Issue: Pain in both shoulders (primarily right) for 7 months, Other Medical Info: only other significant medical incident was when I broke my pinky and popped the tendon, Medications: Relevant medications are ibuprofen and acortisone injection As stated above, I've been

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Share MRI. You can try PRP injections. They might be helpful. Shoulder strengthening exercises and medications like Tendocare and Enzomac will help. ...  Read More

While swimming .. I got my shoulder laburm tear on 29th April 2017 I have consulated Dr. He said choice in my hands to get operated or wait for normal recovery Kindly suggest..............??...................

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He is right ...  Read More

How much recovery time will it take me from partial mpfl tear?After how much time can I return to sports like football??

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Need functional asssessment to guide you better or your treating doctor will guide to better. ...  Read More

Small slap tear on shoulders and back side .its pain on that both side I want to join Gym . it's ok to do Gym .I done operation also for that but still after operation small tear is there

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Hello, this is a very common condition. Pls visit a Mckenzie Physiotherapist for detailed screening of your problem. Yes you can do gym.., but according to ur pain there might be certain do's and dont ...  Read More

MRI for my left knee shows I have partial ACL tear.. It's been about a year and my doctor has recommended physio (instead of surgery).. I do not see great recovery to knee and need help.. Also I want to understand if i need to ice it or heat it or do a combination (different doctors have suggested differently).. Any help will be highly beneficial

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Alternate hot and cold application for 10-15 min in every 4-5 hrs will help to reduce pain. also you can go for only hot application. Advance technique like dry needling will help in recovery. Avoid p ...  Read More

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