I seem to have turned a corner where the pain is not bad and Im able to sleep, drive, & do many things. She finally told me she was cutting me loose and I stopped going, only to start again two weeks later. I've spent at least an hour per day since week 2 on ROM and strength rehab. By Active assist ROM beginning week 7 after surgery (weeks 7-8) c. Active ROM beginning week 9 after surgery (weeks 9+) Weeks 0-6: a. Precautions: i. It just hurt to much. Total recovery and rehabilitation after arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery take approximately 22 weeks. Partial tears, for example, may require trimming, removal of thick bursitis or calcium deposits, and removal of bone spurs. iii. The pain at night wakes me and I can't get back to sleep. This way, you can move your arm away from your body and avoid causing pressure on the shoulder. I find it very helpful to see how others have coped or are coping with this surgery. "name": "Azalea Orthopedics", While this stiffness may be unpleasant, the study found it typically resolved with six to 12 months after the surgery. I am 9 weeks post surgery. The first two weeks after a rotator cuff repair are all about trying to find a comfortable position for the shoulder in the sling during sleep and wakeful times. Overnight stays in the hospital are generally unnecessary. I still have pain in my shoulder from my rotator cuff repair and i have acquired pain in my right shoulder blade. Each day it feels a little worse. Thanks for any suggestions. It is very emotionally draining. He said he didnt know how bad the tear would be until he got in there. Excellent excellent suggestion. You can reach Azalea Orthopedics at 903.939.7500 to schedule your appointment today. ] We are similar ages. What did your Orthopedic Surgeon say when you posed this exact same question? Nobody here can answer that for you. If your pain is not controlled with a pain reliever, or for any reason, you cannot tolerate the medication, contact doctor. Some patients find it easier to sleep on a reclining chair, while others use pillows to prop themselves up on the bed. To prevent the need for surgery, physical therapy will help you achieve a well-balanced rotator cuff. Although rehabilitative protocols differ depending on the surgery, there is one common complaint shoulder patients have regardless of the type of surgery. My biggest problem at this point is sleep. Overall, about 90% of patients are satisfied with their shoulder after cuff repair and experience significant improvement in function after surgery. Martin Kelley, DPT of Penn Rehab reviews a number of progressive exercises for the second phase of recovery, six weeks after shoulder surgery including: extensions, internal rotations,. November 6, 2015. I'm driving with no problems and I'm happy for that! ", I had the MRI and it basically came back I'm ok. I do wear the sling when out & about, to prevent the arm being jostled about, and for the sympathy vote! I'm informed this is likely to be from unhappy lymph nodes. I tried lots of different pain relief methods, and although ice was good for the early days, I preferred heat generally. I'm still hoping for that one year difference everyone talks about. They do ice and the tens unit for 15 minutes after each PT. We do have a balcony and an upgrade to a small suite. The more I move around the more my soreness went away. Im extremely fortunate. I started working out again too. In most cases, this can get treated with home care, but if the pain persists, it is time to see a shoulder surgeon. Rotator cuff pain is often worse at night. We should occupationally compare notes. Good luck to you! Dec 12, 2018. I still have the odd night (some 19 months on) when I wake up with a dull ache, both in my shoulder and elbow, but it doesn't last now. I'm both relieved and frustrated. I was not prepared for this journey. All I can say is that religiously doing PT at home and at therapy is vital for your recovery. I probably do more than is recommended most days (a bit of cooking or washing the dishes, a few household chores) but it's so hard to tell what "too much" is since the ache is constant. Pain in my right shoulder has become unbearable. This depends on the size and location of the tear in the rotator cuff. Most rotator cuff repair surgeries will require you to wear your sling anywhere from 4- 8 weeks from your surgery, depending on how extensive the rotator cuff repair surgery was. My left shoulder ( good one , not worked on) stings at times, since I use it more I guess. No worries, we were all new at one time. Change your bandage 4-5 days after surgery and cover the incision with a bandage. Patients often experience pain immediately after rotator cuff surgery. I am a 55 year old female and had my surgery on 12/02. I'm in the immobilizer unless I'm doing the exercises, bathing, or occasionally typing a lesson plan for my substitute at school. Perk, you won't have to carry ANY of the luggage. mnothing is written in stone. The rotator cuff is a complex group of muscles and tendons in the shoulder joint that hold arm bones in the socket and allow them to move. At six weeks I'm hoping that the basic healing is done, and am lucky that I've always slept in my bed since the op, although at times sleep wasn't easy. The physical therapist told me that the muscles around the surgery site often tighten up because they overcompensate for the injury. On your "unfixable" arm you may need total shoulder replacement. I think strength training should come after the ROM is good, but again, I'm sure there are different opinions on how ROM should be pursued, and everyone is different. The massages I get from the therapist are life changing. I can tolerate the discomfort there. This is because the rotator cuff has been weakened due to the surgery. The first 2 to 5 weeks were the worst pain. One thing I noticed is my neck was always out. Theyve given me the go ahead with precautions. You cannot drive a car for 6 weeks, and it may take 4 weeks to return to work if you have a desk job. Alaska is lovely so hopefully it will provide a welcome diversion. This observation is supported by a study showing that in patients who have had rotator cuff surgery, strength in the shoulder muscles is not fully recovered until nine months after the surgery. Mine started in September with a frozen shoulder which we learned was caused by a tear in my rotator cuff. 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. We want the forums to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the forums are Just don't be too hard on yourself. The pains in the elbow and wrist are gone, but occasional bicep pain can still be felt. Yeah, I am at 50 weeks. It happened about four months ago with surgery scheduled next week. I am now week 45 and am still improving. My surgeon wont do a repeat MRI to check for issues since am still having pain. Patient does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You also said that you sail next week and had the surgery nine weeks ago. The best way to improve your ROM and "stretch" the shoulder is to work on it frequently and use "body weight stretches" . Hi PMRpro, Having rotator cuff surgery in two days. So I was massaging with a lacrosse ball constantly, putting it on every area, up against a wall and doing squats so Im rolling up and down the wal with that ball on every spot that was tight around the surgery area. Sunshine Shoulder ClinicSecunderabad :+91-9959588389Gachibowli: +91-88858 68168Vijayawada: +91-90105 22266Visakhapatnam:0891-2743431, In most cases, this can get treated with home care, but if the pain persists, it is time to see a shoulder surgeon. Share Followers 2. From what I've read and certainly my experience thus far is that for the first 6 weeks the arm is supposed to be immobilized. It might come as surprise to many, but I've worn the sling very little from day one, as it's just too uncomfortable, and obviously creates greater pressure on a nerve somewhere, as I feel increased discomfort over my biceps muscle. I guess everyone is different. Went to a reputable orthopedic and sports medicine practice last year because I was having so much pain in my left shoulder. 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. Not sure what to expect at my age. /. Patience really isn't my strong point but if you try to look at the bigger picture and accept that you will get there in the end. Imamom. I couldn't move, I couldn't sleep, I couldn't do anything. About a week ago I was yawning in my recliner with sling on and stretched my should slightly and felt a pop (likely released an adhesion). My association pool opens next month and I will be in Santa Cruz in two weeks at a resort. Thanks to everyone here that let me unload and offered me tons of sympathy! Wore the sling with the bump for 6 weeks and did fluffy exercises at home twice a day and PT with fluffy stuff once a week. I am one month post op and at and loss on how much pain I have in my arm and in the area of my rotator cuff. Thanks for your post and suggestion. Six weeks after surgery, the patients started strengthening exercises of the rotator cuff and were permitted to practice light sports activities by 3 months postoperatively. My partner helped me with the physio but again that would often be so painful as the scar tissue was 'exercised'! The surgeon will not MRI it until 12 weeks to see if it has retorn. Thank you for sharing. I have an old boyfriend who is a fabulous skier. The common symptoms of rotator cuff tears (RCTs)are shoulder pain and shoulder dysfunction, which are similar to other shoulder diseases such as frozen shoulder and bursitis [15, 29, 30].Patients with shoulder pain and limited range of motion are usually assessed by physical examinations in an outpatient setting to obtain an initial diagnosis of their shoulders []. The. Patient- and tear-specific demographics were analyzed in a retrospective series of patients who had undergone arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. If you have no insurance, and your doctor advises you not to go, it's going to be an expensive tuition payment in the university of experience in life. 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. That loss of strength ends up causing more pain. I was able to stop heavy meds after 6 days and used Naproxen and Tylenol after that. ARTHROSCOP ROTATOR CUFF REPR, Repair biceps long tendon rupture, Arthscpy shldr dstl claviculectomy, Arthscpy shldr decompression, are the procedures that were done. It just feels impossible to keep the shoulder from moving 24/7. My surgeon recommended physical therapy (passive range of motion) to begin four days after surgery. }, I got home from work and noticed a bulge in my bicep area. My sugeon told me that is a quicker recovery than rotator cuff repair. but, the usual patient for this might also be 50-60 yrs old and in a lower level of physical shape/conditioning. I'm curious to see what the one year mark will bring in December. Hes got pictures autographed all over his office. Everybody told me itll be 12 months to 14 months to heal. Upgrade to Patient Pro Medical Professional? We are on the same time line. I'm just starting week 5 post surgery. Hate to be the bearer of bad news but you may have a way to go yet. Last night, with a break or two, I managed to sleep for 10 hours. All rights reserved. You seriously need to talk to your surgeon and your therapist. I was told no swimming for awhile. Good Luck to you and if you can do it, it should inspire us all. What do your doctor and physical therapist say? Haven't driven since surgery. I consider myself to be a quick healer and very much a cup half full person in general, but the length of time to feel better after surgery was a real shock to me. I had full range of motion back by 8 months, and worked on strength for the next 6 months. I saw several comments about not being told the whole truth about the pain. That was done on March 5. I too, had rotator cuff repair on my dominant arm (full thickness tear, four anchors, "clean up,") 5 weeks ago on March 6th. 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. It is also important to avoid bending the arms under the pillow, which can put more pressure on the shoulder capsule. But every one is different. The insurer will want to know why you didn't notify them of your situation nine weeks ago when you needed the operation. I spend most of the night in a recliner. We didn't do much in terms of excursions. I have been in the sling (not to sleep because I hate it--I use a pillow tucked under my arm instead) most of the day, but I do take it off quite a bit since it often seems to aggravate the pain especially when I'm sitting. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to address my concerns. strengthening is next. So hes very good at what he does. Follow the tips of the doctor to get well as quickly as possible. If youd rather request an appointment online, click here. Doctors discuss this topic at your first post-operative meeting. Working when I feel up to it, and doing my best to feel better. }, The recovery from surgery can be a long one, but there are some ways to reduce the pain and stay mobile. I hate to disappoint him. 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