Shoulder Stabilization Surgery (Bankart)

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A shoulder that repeatedly dislocates or feels unstable can make it difficult to play sports, work, and perform ordinary daily activities. This condition often occurs after an injury in which the labrum and joint capsule surrounding the shoulder joint are damaged. If the shoulder remains unstable despite rehabilitation, shoulder stabilization surgery may be the appropriate treatment.

Symptoms and treatment

Treatment depends on the degree of instability and your symptoms. In some cases, targeted physical therapy may be sufficient, but if the shoulder continues to dislocate or feels unstable, surgery may be recommended. In a Bankart procedure, the torn labrum is reattached to the glenoid, while the joint capsule is tightened. The goal is to stabilize the shoulder, reduce the risk of future shoulder dislocations, and improve shoulder function. About 80% of patients experience improved function after surgery, and nearly all experience some degree of pain relief.

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Shoulder Stabilization Surgery (Bankart)

Before the surgery, you will be examined by a specialist who will assess the stability of your shoulder and your symptoms. If your shoulder remains unstable or repeatedly dislocates, and non-surgical treatment has not been sufficiently effective, shoulder stabilization surgery may be the right solution. During the preoperative evaluation, the surgeon will go over the surgery and the expected course of treatment with you. The goal is to restore the shoulder’s stability and reduce the risk of future shoulder dislocations.

The surgery is most often performed as arthroscopic surgery through 2–3 small incisions around the shoulder. The torn labrum is sutured back to the glenoid cavity, and the shoulder joint capsule is tightened to stabilize the shoulder joint. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia.

Most patients experience greater shoulder stability and less pain after surgery. About 80% experience improved shoulder function, and nearly all experience some degree of pain relief.

After the surgery, you’ll need to wear a sling for six weeks. For the first three weeks, wear it around the clock—even at night. For the next three weeks, wear it at night and whenever your shoulder needs protection. A targeted rehabilitation program is important for achieving the best possible outcome.