Controversies in the Overhead Athlete's Shoulder (AANA22)-The Dreaded SLAP in the Throwing Shoulder: When to Perform SLAP Repair or Biceps Tenodesis

The Dreaded SLAP in the Throwing Shoulder: When to Perform SLAP Repair or Biceps Tenodesis

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Video Summary

In the video, Mike Freehill discusses the topic of labor repair and when bicep stenodesis may be necessary. He acknowledges the preference of avoiding surgery for shoulder injuries and emphasizes the importance of measuring soft tissue changes and scapular dyskinesia. He also highlights the importance of core strength and rehabilitating the shoulder through stretching, exercises, and throwing programs. Freehill discusses the challenges of imaging and distinguishing different types of slap tears, particularly in throwers. He presents different techniques for slap repair and bicep tenodesis, and emphasizes the need for further research in order to improve outcomes for athletes. No specific credits were mentioned.

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Michael T. Freehill, M.D.

Keywords

bicep stenodesis

scapular dyskinesia

rehabilitating the shoulder

slap tears

athletes