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It is possible not notice a slap tear until weeks after ending vball.i have shoulder pain that is getting worse but didn't notice it until 2weeksafter?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: Slap( superior labral tears ant / post to biceps tendon) can occur in overhead athletes ( baseball , tennis , volleyball etc) over a period time. They can also occur w/ a defined trauma( getting arm pulled hard or falling on shoulder). Most SLAP tears in young athletes require arthroscopic fixation. See an ORS skilled in arthroscopy. GL!

Answered 12/31/2017

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