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SLAP Tears

What is the shoulder labrum?

The shoulder labrum is a ring of cartilage that surrounds the socket (glenoid) of the shoulder joint. It deepens the socket, helping to keep the ball of the upper arm (humerus) in place and providing stability during motion.

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If you seek expert care for SLAP tears, schedule a consultation with board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon Dr. Sachin Allahabadi. Dr. Allahabadi specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of SLAP tears and is widely regarded as one of the leading shoulder surgeons serving The Woodlands and Houston, Texas, and surrounding communities. He sees patients at his offices in The Woodlands and Creekside Woodlands West and proudly serves patients from The Woodlands, and Houston, Texas.

At a Glance

Sachin Allahabadi, MD

  • Board-Certified & Fellowship-Trained Sports Medicine Surgeon
  • Expertise in Minimally Invasive Knee & Shoulder Surgeries
  • Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital & Weill Cornell Medical College
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