AANA19 Shoulder Access Pass-Master Series_ Five Questions for Stephen Snyder, MD-Dr. Frank A. Cordasco, M.D.

Master Series_ Five Questions for Stephen Snyder, MD-Dr. Frank A. Cordasco, M.D.

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Video Summary

Dr. Stephen Schneider, a pioneer in shoulder arthroscopy, shares key insights into shoulder instability. He emphasizes thorough examination from both anterior and posterior portals, mobilization of tissues using a "Tommy bar" before repair, and the advantages of soft anchors for suturing. Discussing SLAP lesions, he categorizes types, stressing precise diagnosis and treatment, especially in overhead athletes where repairs often fail. His surgical pearls highlight comprehensive pathology recognition and repair efforts. For multidirectional instability (MDI), he advocates a unique anchor-free pan-capsular plication technique yielding excellent long-term results, especially in young female athletes, underscoring its underuse despite high success.

Keywords

shoulder arthroscopy

shoulder instability

SLAP lesions

soft anchors

multidirectional instability