Treating Shoulder Dislocation / Subluxation (Instability) and Associated Pain with Minimally Invasive Arthroscopy

Last updated Friday, January 04, 2008

Conclusion

Summary of arthroscopic labral repair/capsulorraphy for cartilage and ligament tears in the shoulder

Postoperative pain and disability from an arthroscopic approach can be far less than an open approach to shoulder surgery.

The art and science of orthopaedic surgery has improved such that most people don't have to live with a "trick shoulder" or a shoulder that is unreliable.

Patients should be committed to slowing down for three to four months postoperatively to allow their soft tissues to heal to have the best surgical result. Planning to have assistance for daily tasks such as taking out trash and carrying groceries will help immensely.

Surgery for Cartilage and ligament tears in the shoulder at the University of Washington

Disclaimer

This resource has been provided by the University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as general information only. This information may not apply to a specific patient. Additional information may be found at http://www.orthop.washington.edu or by contacting the UW Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.

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