This video features a six-month post-operative follow-up for a 20-year-old volleyball player who underwent an arthroscopic Bankart and Type 2 SLAP reconstruction on her right shoulder.
- Before Surgery: The patient shares that she suffered from severe pain radiating throughout her entire arm for three to four years. Her shoulder would lock up and get physically stuck, preventing her from lifting her arm, despite trying different rehab programs and training.
- Mobility Check: Dr. Buford tests her range of motion both while she is seated and while lying flat on the examination table. Her forward lifting and outward rotation look great, though the doctor notes she is still lacking a small amount of internal rotation, which they will continue to work on.
- Current Status: The patient is eager to return to playing volleyball and rates her overall shoulder function at an impressive 95% of normal.
Questions about this treatment
- What procedure is featured in this patient testimonial?
- The testimonial features a six-month postoperative follow-up after arthroscopic Bankart and Type 2 SLAP reconstruction of the right shoulder.
- How old was the patient featured in the testimonial?
- The patient featured in the video was a 20-year-old volleyball player.
- What symptoms did the patient have before surgery?
- Before surgery, the patient reported severe pain radiating throughout the arm for three to four years. Her shoulder would also lock up and become physically stuck, preventing her from lifting her arm.
- How was the patient's shoulder six months after reconstruction?
- Six months after surgery, her forward lifting and outward rotation were described as looking great. She was still working on a small limitation in internal rotation.
- How did the patient rate her shoulder function after surgery?
- The patient rated her overall shoulder function at approximately 95% of normal and was eager to return to playing volleyball.
- Who performed the shoulder reconstruction?
- The shoulder reconstruction featured in this patient testimonial was performed by Don Buford, MD at Texas Orthobiologics in Dallas, Texas.
Every patient is different, and a video is not a promise of the same result. If you want to know whether an orthobiologic or surgical option fits your own injury, that starts with an exam and imaging — not a video.
