Tolerable, but it is unnerving me because I am not doing much and its hurting. Rehabilitation. November 6, 2015. I do wear the sling when out & about, to prevent the arm being jostled about, and for the sympathy vote! I know this post is 3 years old but I came across it and I feel hope. CC Help Jenn (I was told an MRI that soon after surgery wasn't possible or advisableI don't know, but an mri that soon sure is going to show lots of stuff going on in there due to the actual surgery itself isn't it?.) They did an mri and the Dr. said I have a tear in my rotator cuff. "@type": "OpeningHoursSpecification", That was done on March 5. If this muscle or tendon is torn or strained, doctors may recommend rotator cuff surgery to repair the damage. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery from rotator cuff surgery. Posted (We sometimes get posts here from cruisers who chose not to buy insurance. Continuing your exercises is key. Especially at night. The physical therapy is the most critical step after allowing time for healing. After a few weeks your caregiver may suggest therapy in the pool. Inflammation of the bursa is usually the result of long-term overuse of the shoulder. Shoulder aches with weather change. However on the plus side, I have full mobility back in my arm, and pain free days. It turned out my shoulder was inflamed with fluid, ( arthritis, so they said..) so I got a cortisone shot which they don't like to do so soon after surgery as it can inhibit healing and make the tissues weaker. I've just done my second shoulder. I'm heading into tenth week post rotary cuff surgery, massive tear they said. Complications are rare, but knowing the signs is essential. It happened about four months ago with surgery scheduled next week. I think you are right to do exercises daily but I wouldn't beat yourself up about the amount of reps. "geo": { My recliner was my friend for several weeks. I haven't visited this site in quite a while, but I just read your entry. I went back to work ( I work at a high school) after 2 weeks as I couldn't stand being inactive at home. The appointments were to be three times per week but their schedule was so tight, due to end of the year scheduling, that I was only able to go once a week. My left shoulder ( good one , not worked on) stings at times, since I use it more I guess. I would talk to your Dr. The pain will get better. Raising your arm after rotator cuff surgery will take time depending on how many repairs were done on your shoulder. It's a four-phase process that can take from four to six months, sometimes longer. 93 users are following. At Week 6: add supine cane exercises. I can tolerate the discomfort there. Not sure if maybe it released some scar tissue that had built up, or maybe just coincidence and it was all about time. I'm still in the immobilizer unless I'm doing my excercises, visiting PT, or taking a bath. "@context": "https://schema.org/", 1: Wear a Sling While Sleeping to Prevent Painful Movements. Does this sound typical. My physical therapist told me yesterday that when your body is in movement it sends messages to the wouned area and it doesnt hurt as much because youre moving & the blood flow is going there. Each procedure includes a recovery time, but these tips can help you. Ohio Shoulder Center Dr. Eric Parsons, Rotator Cuff Treatment, Surgery Dr. Eric Parsons, rotator cuff treatment, surgery. PT was ok the first time, but the pain afterwards (2am) was terrible. It takes six to eight weeks for the tendon to heal to the bone. If anyone out there is in the middle of recovery, get yourself a great therapist who really cares and knows what they are doing. Then something terrible happens. Each day it feels a little worse. I want my right arm backthe one I use for everything! "text": "Dr. Foreman Says:It is possible you could be having some problems from the hardware. Still soreness during and after every single run at 5 months this week. The first phase involves managing your postoperative pain. I am a bit shocked about how much it has taken out of me as well and miss my more active lifestyle. (Unless I wanted to wear it just to be more comfortable ). Using common sense is key to healing I believe. Answering your question would be practicing medicine w/o a license. Best wishes. Historically, patients are restricted from driving for six weeks following a rotator cuff repair surgery. As long as I could sleep and deal with it. I just think everybodys different and being active and massaging the muscles around helps a lot. As many here have described, the pain is shocking and I have had to take Percocet off and on since the beginning. Yeah, I am at 50 weeks. How do I know if my rotator cuff surgery failed. B 91 9959588389 for the best treatment option for an appointment. I'm 65 and plan to just retire since I've always done physical work. Make Sure Your Voice Is Heard! I hope that once you are on board, you *can* relax and enjoy it. "Wednesday", If you have a sedentary job, you should be able to return to work in just two to three weeks. The more stiff the shoulder is, the more painful it will be to move. They told him that within about 4 months he can do the 60 lb lifting he needs to do on his job. Have DH walk next to you or right in front of you to protect your shoulder when you are in crowds. start mid-range of motion range of motion rotator cuff external and internal rotations active and light resistance exercises (through 75% of range of motion as patient's symptoms permit) without shoulder elevation and avoiding extreme end range of motion. Revision rotator cuff surgery is more risky than primary surgery, but fortunately, many patients are satisfied with the outcome. I'm both relieved and frustrated. Posted May 26, 2019. Screwsmcernst, Thankyou for your suggestions and encouragement and giving me insight into your experience. But OK. ", I am afraid I am going back to ortho soon.. guess that's the curse of bad genetics and bad luck. As a result, it is normal to expect some continued symptoms of pain or soreness after rotator cuff surgery for several months. The longer you wait for a bicep repair, the harder the recovery is. Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use I had cuff surgery on 11/15. I'm surprised you are in physical therapy already. I slept sitting up for 3 months, and then with pillows under my arm in bed. Move your fingers and thumbs in and out of your fist 5-10 times an hour. recovery, from 8-12 weeks after the surgery, is focused on getting the shoulder to move normally again, while still not doing any lifting that could pull apart the repair. How are you doing now? I had a torn labrum in 2 spots, my rotator cuff debrided as well as a bicep tear fixed. It is very emotionally draining. Read it can take up to a year for normalcy. B offers several types of surgery, including minimally invasive arthroscopic repair of the rotator cuff and superior capsule reconstruction if necessary. . I appreciate the suggestion. I'm sure your situation is worse than mine, so you definitely have my sympathy. offers several types of surgery, including minimally invasive arthroscopic repair of the rotator cuff and superior capsule reconstruction if necessary. "@type": "Question", Your physical therapist may also help you develop an exercise program. "mainEntity": [ respect of any healthcare matters. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with me. Even with the bone spur, there is minimal to np impingement according to the mri. Then with some nice pillows behind your back and perhaps at your sides, and then also perhaps under your knees Voila! 3 weeks ago today. You may be surprised how much strength you will have lost. Registered in England and Wales. I just had a thought and wanted to pass it along; if you are unable to rent a recliner at this stage, if you have a balcony cabin, ask your cabin steward to bring in one of the loungers for you to sleep on. It was no problem to get all the ice I needed -- I did take an ice bag with me -- and I brought a sling but didn't have to use it. Orthopedic Surgery 28 years experience Rotator cuff repair: Surgery to re-attach a torn rotator cuff tendon typically takes 6 weeks for preliminary healing of tendon to bone. "@type": "GeoCoordinates", Complete recovery time varies by size of the tear. Hi PMRpro, Having rotator cuff surgery in two days. Try to put your finger right on your fist. Imamom. I am still getting pain, mainly as I have started swimming again, I also think I can carry heavier stuff than I can and it clearly isn't ready. But only now are you asking if it's OK to go? Good luck with the cruise! The pain was excruciating and I cried constantly. Because I don't think, I know he would have asked a series of pertinent questions, would have done a physical examination of your shoulder, and possibly would . I had surgery to repair my rotator cuff and the surgeon also found that my bicep was torn. Patience is key and doing your stretches. Last night, with a break or two, I managed to sleep for 10 hours. Im still learning how to use this site so please forgive me if I repeat myself here and there. My biggest problem at this point is sleep. I returned to shooting 8-1/2 weeks after quad bypass, but it looks like shoulder rehab may be a lot longer. The "new" therapist used the concept of manual passive massage. Fast forward to this February. Try our Symptom Checker Got any other symptoms? Everybody told me itll be 12 months to 14 months to heal. My sugeon told me that is a quicker recovery than rotator cuff repair. , p.s. Our clinical information meets the standards set by the NHS in their Standard for Creating Health Content guidance. Chronic rotator cuff tendon lesions can lead to atrophy, fatty degeneration and functional alterations of the respective muscles. I also had a lot of bone spurs that required scraping. Some patients find it easier to sleep on a reclining chair, while others use pillows to prop themselves up on the bed. I feel like my first was easier. At 8 weeks it will be about 40% strong and after 12 weeks the tendon is 60% as strong as . Its an Alaska cruise, so itd be easy to fly home to Seattle if I end up miserable. Depending on the severity of the pain and other signs of rotator cuff failure, the doctor may need to perform a revision procedure. B first listens to your symptoms and performs an examination. Perk, you won't have to carry ANY of the luggage. (I cannot take NSAID's because I am also on blood thinner.) Complete recovery time after Rotator cuff surgery varies from somewhere between 6 months to a year and is affected by many factors such as age of the patient, severity of the tear etc. I typically recommend non-surgical treatment for an isolated injury to the biceps. Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? So- 15 months post op and I am happy to say that at least my shoulder that had surgery is manageable pain wise- but will never be pain free. It is essential to keep the blood flowing in your legs to prevent blood clots. "@context": "https://schema.org", Some people do get significantly stiff after rotator cuff repair surgery and can take longer to get their range of motion back. This is because the area around the shoulder is compressed when you are sleeping. 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