The inferior labrum deepens the shoulder socket and provides greater stability to the shoulder. Inferior labral injuires are less common than superior labral injuries and occur when the bottom section of the labrum is torn by the force of the arm during twisting and impact. These injuries often occur during shoulder dislocation and require surgical repair. The expected time of recovery is between six and twelve weeks depending on the severity of the injury and type of surgery involved. Physiotherapy is required in these conditions to maintain optimum shoulder range of motion and maintain normal muscle control around the shoulder.