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I have an extensive labral tear involving the left posterior superior labrum, anterior superior labrum, extending into the anterior-inferior labrum. The
biceps anchor is partially torn as well. This isn't my first labral tear. I had a SLAP lesion in my right shoulder (2x) and a bankart teart - three times were repaired via surgery with one being an open repair. Not sure how the left tear occurred, may have happened a couple months ago when I was lifting weights. I'm pretty athletic with a long history of sports, working out, etc.

I was training for NAPA HITS full ironman in April when the precipitating accident occurred. I continued to train after and completed the ironman (which I came first my age group!). That was may practice ironman with IM Lake Tahoe as my A race. If it were anyone else, my doctor would recommend surgery sooner than later. However, because of my level of fitness and my goal to complete IMLT, he said I can use pain as my guide to determine when to have surgery. If all goes to plan, I can have surgery after IMLT.

The caveats: the tear can worsen or my bicep tendon tears more and detaches. If that were the case, I can have surgery sooner than later.

I've dealt with a similar injury to my right shoulder, but I was not training for an ironman. After the weight lifting incident, I stopped swimming. I didn't swim for over two months and then swam for 2 weeks before HITS Napa to make sure I don't drown. I had to compensate for my left stroke however.

My plan is to keep biking and running, minimize any over head movements and heavy lifting. Then, as I did before, try to incorporate swim at least 3 to 4 weeks before the race.

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2014-05-16 2:51 PM
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Subject: RE: Extensive labral tear - alternative workouts for IM training?

I can only say proceed with extreme caution.  I wouldn't the swim at all if I were in your shoes. Just be careful. Your health should come first.

ETA: I take care of a lot of post op ortho patients. You can make your recovery longer and sometimes even more painful by continuing to exercise with an injury.



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alternative workouts include: not working out, postponing your ironman, and enjoying some other hobby. It ain't worth it bud.

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not sure there is a question in here. You make it clear you have a high tolerance for pain and have completed many IM's. Do what your body tells you, but I think its telling you to find a new hobby.....
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My seems to feels that I can wait. This doc is a new orthopedist, not my regular one. I am considering the alternative of postponing the IM for next year. It's frustrating as I was hit by a car in early in 2011 and took me out of that season. It wasn't until 2013 that I felt I was near my preaccident fitness. I've been slow and progressive improving since. Now, this happens.

I'm hoping to see my regular doctor and get his opinion.

I've started working with a PT to help strengthen and stabilize my shoulder in the interim.

Edited by drgary 2014-05-16 5:10 PM
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