Six-Month SIRSI Scores and Return to Sport After Shoulder Stabilization in Adolescent Athletes

This study aimed to determine the relationship between 6-month Shoulder Instability-Return to Sport After Injury (SIRSI) scores and 1-year patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and return-to-sport (RTS) rates in adolescent athletes following shoulder stabilization surgery. The authors found that higher 6-month SIRSI scores were positively correlated with improved 1-year PROMs and a greater likelihood of returning to sport, suggesting that psychological readiness is a significant factor in recovery outcomes. The findings advocate for the incorporation of SIRSI assessments in postoperative evaluations to better identify athletes needing additional support in their recovery journey.