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Written by Andy
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Wednesday, 01 February 2006 |
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SLAP Tear – The shoulder joint is a very shallow ball and socket. For increased stability, the joint has a collar of cartilage called the labrum. The bicep tendon attaches to the labrum at the top of the joint. A SLAP (Superior Labrum from Anterior to Posterior) tear or lesion occurs when there is damage to the area of the labrum where the bicep attaches. My name is Andy and I started this site in March 2006 to blog my surgery to repair a SLAP tear in my right shoulder. After a week or so of having the blog on the web I started to get people writing to me with questions. It naturally blossomed into a forum with thousands of postings by hundreds of members. Over a year later, slaptear.com is not just my story anymore; it’s the story of many going through similar experiences. Pre op patients learn what it’s really like and post op patients share their recovery for support and to help others. We’ve branched out from SLAP tears now as well. Post your questions here about rotator cuff injuries, tears and strains. Ask questions about bicep tendonitis and how surgeons repair the bicep tendon. Ask pretty much anything, it's very possible someone here has the answer for you. With that, enjoy the site. Learn where you can, ask questions and help if you have the answer. Cheers,Andy |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 01 November 2007 )
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A six month delay... heavy sigh of relief |
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Written by Mike
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Tuesday, 20 May 2008 |
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I went to see my original Ortho last week after getting a second opinion (who returned the same diagnosis). With that and not really making any progress following the PT routine I decided it was time to accept the goods and schedule the procedure. |
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Written by Sally
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Monday, 02 June 2008 |
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Well, tomorrow is surgery and think we are ready. Got a ice pack thing that everyone thinks will help with recovery. (The one you wear over the sling or whatever). We got a bed wedge, comfort food, lots of pillows, and friends ready to come by and cheer him up. These boards have been wonderful. I know everyone feels like a neophyte when this happens but everyone is so helpful and willing to share. I am hopeful we will have a 'positve outcome' and have things go smoothly because, at least, I know what to expect and that is more than half the battle. Will post after surgery! |
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Lastest on Slap Tear recovery without surgery |
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Written by Barb
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Tuesday, 03 June 2008 |
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Surgery is a life-saver!!! |
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Written by Alan
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Wednesday, 04 June 2008 |
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I has surgery about a year and a half ago and my life is better than ever. Sure, there's still the occassional sore spot or ache here or there. I tore my labrum playing baseball and dealt with undescribable pain for over a year and, after realizing I couldn't play through it, I had it repaired and it's great. The rehab was helaccious but it's wonderful now. I'm playing better than ever in high school and I'm stronger than ever. I'll keep this short-GET THIS DONE IF U CAN'T HANDLE THE PAIN! It's your only option. Be true to your rehab and work hard and everything will be better than before. It's truely amazing stuff. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 04 June 2008 )
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