Amie Luk v. HHS - Tdap, left shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA) (2025)

Amie Luk, an adult, received a Tdap vaccine on June 18, 2022. Approximately 39 days later, she began experiencing left shoulder pain and limited range of motion, which was diagnosed as a shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA).

Her medical records documented no prior history of shoulder pain or dysfunction. The case proceeded as a Table claim, with the respondent contesting only the timing of the onset of symptoms.

The court found that the petitioner had met the criteria for a Table SIRVA, including the requirement for symptoms to manifest within 48 hours of vaccination, despite the respondent's objection to the reported onset time. The court awarded Amie Luk $140,000.00 for pain and suffering and $7,872.03 for unreimbursed expenses, for a total award of $147,872.03.

The decision noted that while her injury required surgery and physical therapy, her recovery was relatively quick, distinguishing her case from others with longer treatment courses or more severe pain.