Arthroscopic management of superior labrum anterior and posterior (SLAP) lesions

Shoulder injuries, including tears of the superior labrum, are common in the active-duty military population. When sufficiently symptomatic, repairs may be undertaken using arthroscopic techniques. Currently, repair of unstable tears generally involves the use of suture anchors and arthroscopic suture passage and tying. Surgical repair of unstable superior labrum anterior and posterior (SLAP) lesions is predictably successful in the majority of patients with most able to return to their preinjury level of function including active military duty.