An injury to the glenoid labrum (fibrocartilaginous rim attached around the margin of the glenoid cavity) where the labrum detaches from the glenoid fossa.
Symptoms:
Pain, usually with overhead activities
Catching, locking, popping, or grinding
Occasional night pain or pain with daily activities
A sense of instability in the shoulder
Decreased range of motion
Loss of strength
Causes:
Falling on an outstretched arm
A direct blow to the shoulder
A sudden pull, such as when trying to lift a heavy object
A violent overhead reach, such as when trying to stop a fall or slide
Treatment:
Period of immobilization in a sling
Passive ROM to the shoulder, then progress to active ROM
