Labral repair is a 4–6 month commitment. Your nutrition needs to last.
Whether you've had a SLAP repair, Bankart repair, or Latarjet procedure, labral healing depends on a long, inflammation-sensitive remodeling arc. The OVIAL Surgical Nutrition Kit was formulated to support tissue repair, manage chronic inflammation, and preserve the muscle integrity that drives return-to-sport.
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vs. NSAIDs alone (Wk 3+)
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Why nutrition matters specifically for labral repair.
The labrum has limited blood supply.
Vascular limitations make labral healing slower than other soft-tissue repairs. Collagen support and EAA-driven anabolic priming compensate by supplying the building blocks healing tissue needs across a long remodeling window.
Inflammation is your long-term enemy.
The 4–6 month rehab arc means most patients hit inflammation flares — particularly when load progresses. POST Capsules provide a sustainable inflammation-modulation protocol that doesn't blunt healing the way chronic NSAIDs can.
Sling-driven atrophy is real.
4–6 weeks in a sling means measurable rotator cuff and deltoid atrophy. EAA + leucine and creatine — even before active PT — preserve muscle quality so the labrum has a strong functional scaffold to heal into.
Three phases. One kit.
Anabolic Priming
Enter surgery with maximum muscle and micronutrient reserves. Particularly important for athletic patients undergoing labral repair — preserves the baseline you'll be rebuilding from.
→ OVIAL PRE · Lemon · 14 packetsHalt Atrophy · 2× Collagen
Whey isolate, EAA + leucine, creatine, and TendoForte® collagen. Designed for sling-time use — preserves muscle even before active PT begins.
→ OVIAL POST · Powder · 28 servingsInflammation Control
Curcumin, Vit D3 + K2, magnesium glycinate. The cornerstone of labral recovery — sustainable inflammation modulation across the longest rehab arc in shoulder surgery.
→ OVIAL POST · Capsules · 112 ctEverything your labral repair recovery needs. In one box.
Pre-op, acute, and rehab phases. 45-day supply. Surgeon-formulated, patient-tested.
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Common labral repair questions.
I had a Latarjet — different protocol or same?
The Latarjet adds a bone-healing component (coracoid graft osseointegration) to the soft-tissue repair. The Kit's protocol applies — and the inflammation-modulation phase becomes even more important, since chronic NSAIDs can compromise the bony union. Discuss extended Capsule dosing with your surgeon if your timeline runs longer.
I'm an overhead athlete — when can I throw again?
Return to overhead throwing typically takes 5–6 months minimum after labral repair, with formal interval throwing programs starting around month 4. Nutritional support throughout matters — particularly the collagen-loading and EAA components. Ask your surgeon about your specific timeline.
I'm worried about gaining weight on bedrest. Will this make it worse?
POST Powder is ~150 kcal per serving and designed to support muscle preservation, which actually helps maintain a healthy body composition during reduced activity. Patients who lose muscle during recovery often gain weight afterward; preserving muscle is the better long-term move.
My surgeon hasn't mentioned nutrition — should I ask?
Most orthopedic surgeons aren't formally trained in perioperative nutrition, though the field is rapidly recognizing its importance. Bring the OVIAL ingredient list to your pre-op visit and ask: "Are there any reasons I shouldn't take this?" Most surgeons are supportive when patients take initiative on modifiable recovery factors.
For educational use only. Recovery timelines reflect typical published ranges and vary by repair type, tissue quality, and individual factors. Always consult your surgeon before changing your perioperative regimen.
