Can a labral tear heal without surgery?

Some labral tears can be managed with physical therapy and activity modification, but persistent or severe tears may require surgical repair.

Who treats labral tears at Aptiva Health?

Labral tears are treated by orthopedic specialists including Dr. Steve Smith, Dr. Timothy Wilson, Dr. Shawn Price, and Dr. Philip Stickney.

Shoulder Labral Tear Treatment

A shoulder labral tear (also known as a SLAP tear) is damage to the cartilage surrounding the shoulder socket that can cause pain, clicking, instability, and weakness. At Aptiva Health, fellowship-trained orthopedic specialists diagnose and treat labral tears with both non-surgical care and minimally invasive arthroscopic repair across Kentucky and Indiana.