Shoulder Pain 101 - Understanding SLAP Tears

Dive into a comprehensive 21-minute video lecture on SLAP tears and shoulder anatomy. Explore the intricacies of the glenohumeral joint and glenoid labrum, unraveling the meaning behind SLAP and its various types. Examine the mechanisms of injury, including the peel-back mechanism, and gain insights into muscle contractions. Discover surgical repair techniques for SLAP tears and their outcomes. Perfect for those seeking to understand shoulder pain and injuries in depth.

00:00 - Intro
00:37 - The Glenohumeral Joint
03:35 - Anatomy of the Glenoid Labrum
07:04 - What Dose SLAP Mean?
07:30 - The Biceps Anchor
08:50 - Varieties of SLAP Tears
10:12 - The Mechanism of Injury
11:00 - Peel-Back Mechanism
13:24 - Digression on Types of Muscle Contractions
16:18 - The Plot Thickens
18:11 - Surgical Repair of SLAP Tears
18:34 - Surgical Outcomes
20:12 - Summing It Up
20:48 - Outro