SLAP Tears in the Shoulder
There are a number of injuries possible in the arms and shoulders, ranging all the way from basic tendinitis and pain to serious issues. These conditions can be caused by long-term overuse or single incidents, but they’re often tough to tell apart because there are so many different things that their pain symptoms might be trying to tell us. An example of this in the shoulder is what’s called a SLAP tear – “superior labrum, anterior to posterior.” SLAP tears affect the labrum, which is a ring of tissue around your shoulder socket that keeps your arm attached to your shoulder. In the worst cases, the labrum tears fully. What are some signs of SLAP tears, what are the causes, and how is it treated? Let’s take a look. Symptoms of SLAP Tears Symptoms of SLAP tears can range from mild to severe. A few of the most common ones include: Weakness or disconnected feeling in the shoulder Pain lifting objects Less shoulder strength Aches and pains in areas that are tough to identify specifically D