Shoulder and Elbow Flashcards
1
Q
What is involved in a glenoid labrum injury?
A
SLAP (Superior Labrum, Anterior to Posterior) Lesions
Bankart Lesions
most common pathologic entity involves an anterior/inferior labral tear
2
Q
How doe a glenoid labrum tear occur?
A
acute trauma or repetitive motions:
Acceleration phase of throwing
Traction on arm/biceps tendon
abnormal glenohumeral translation (dislocation/subluxation)
3
Q
how will patients present on PE with a labrum tear?
A
- positive clunk and O’brien’s
- anterior laxity
