Arthroscopic Stabilisation
Recurrent shoulder dislocations or instability symptoms may require arthroscopic shoulder stabilisation surgery (also known as shoulder dislocation surgery), which involves repairing torn labral tissue or performing a Bankart repair. Sometimes a capsular plication is needed to “tighten” loose capsular tissue. This is usually done via an “all arthroscopic” or “Key Hole” technique.
High-strength sutures are passed around the capsule and labral tissue via arthroscopic cannulas, which are inserted through small incisions or portals, sometimes referred to as “Key Holes”.
Pushlock anchors (made of either biodegradable or PEEK plastic material) are then used to secure the tissue into a “Bumper” shape, restoring the normal labral anatomy.
At SOS, we suggest that most shoulder stabilisation surgery be performed arthroscopically.
If a patient has a major bone loss problem, an open shoulder stabilisation or a Laterjet procedure may be required.
Shoulder dislocation surgery can be undertaken as a “Day Stay” case without the need to stay in hospital overnight.
Below are links to videos outlining the “Push Lock” Knotless Shoulder Arthroscopic Stabilisation Technique.
Click here to see a video of a technique for arthroscopic stabilisation.
Click here to view a slide show of a “Push Lock” Knotless Shoulder Arthroscopic Stabilisation Technique.