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. Alaska is lovely so hopefully it will provide a welcome diversion. Tendon repair and bone spur removal. The more I move around the more my soreness went away. I spend most of the night in a recliner. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with me. If you find that the wound is very red and swollen, contact the hospital. This is because the rotator cuff muscles lack full control of the shoulder. 1: Wear a Sling While Sleeping to Prevent Painful Movements. I did my therapy according to my docs and therapists advice, but learned to only go as far with the exercises I could handle in "my" time. "email": "info@azaleaortho.com", Something about the bed made my arm ache. "openingHoursSpecification": { All in all, I am doing really well. The doctor thinks it's the ulnar nerve . Patients who achieved normal scapular-humeral rhythm and full motion were allowed to progress to supraspinatus strengthening at 12 weeks. I saw a physio up until the middle of March when lock down stopped it continuing but as that was three and a half months post surgery and my surgeon said I didn't need any further physio therapy I continued to do my exercises at home, increasing the exercises to above my head and behind my back to build strength. Your shoulder joint is made up of a group of muscles and tendons called a rotator cuff that helps hold the ends of your arm bones in the socket and facilitates various movements in your shoulder. My left shoulder ( good one , not worked on) stings at times, since I use it more I guess. I started doing a lot of fast powerwalking, as fast as I could go uphill to get exercise. I feel medium pain and discomfort all the time. I'm hoping to return to school to teach 95 seventh graders in four days. 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. In any event, and I'm sorry for commentingon your husband, but in light of your circumstances, he seems very inconsiderate. No excessive shoulder extension. Our clinical information meets the standards set by the NHS in their Standard for Creating Health Content guidance. }. Pain after shoulder surgery is normal. For severe, massive tears, a complete recovery can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months. The physio says that the overall shoulder inflammation is likely to continue for 3 to 6 months, which came as a surprise to hear. He does a lot of famous athletes from all over the world that come here to see him. 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. While a number of reasons can contribute to shoulder pain at night, two of the most common are inflammation of the rotator cuff and shoulder bursitis. It just feels impossible to keep the shoulder from moving 24/7. Need to make some income. Your surgeon may recommend that you return to certain activities after surgery to ensure that your shoulder heals properly. 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. Physical therapy can also help regain strength and range of motion. Im extremely fortunate. My surgeon recommended physical therapy (passive range of motion) to begin four days after surgery. Keep doing your stretches to tolerance. Most of the info I have found in the internet seems to be consistent with keeping the arm immobilized for the first six weeks. Once youve had rotator cuff surgery, its important to follow specific post-surgical instructions to get the most out of your recovery. These activities will help to keep your shoulder strong, and they will help you prevent injury to the area again. I wouldn't have had them repaired anyway. Still can't raise.my right arm. I typically recommend non-surgical treatment for an isolated injury to the biceps. The goal is to achieve a full range of motion and strength after surgery. A shoulder immobilizer may be required for 4-6 weeks for maximal healing. Patients AND therapists. I'm informed this is likely to be from unhappy lymph nodes. We should occupationally compare notes. Take your time. Patient does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. No, it sounds like you were in more pain than I currently am. Keep me posted. PT is critical -- are you still doing physicaltherapy now? Thanks ! "mainEntity": [ I'm 65 and plan to just retire since I've always done physical work. I still have pain in my shoulder from my rotator cuff repair and i have acquired pain in my right shoulder blade. The first 2 to 5 weeks were the worst pain. On a side note, my other shoulder which was worse but "unfixable" due to multiple tears and bone spurs, is acting up now and I can't sleep again! When appropriate, non-surgical treatment may be the first line of defense, but our physicians will also inform you when surgery is needed. Thank you so much for your post as I now know I'm not the only one experiencing this and that I just have to relax and keep going with the physio. I returned to shooting 8-1/2 weeks after quad bypass, but it looks like shoulder rehab may be a lot longer. It was very sore and uncomfortable and it did burn initially which has got better very slowly as the months have passsed. Recovery usually involves three phases, and it can take up to a year before a person is able to do things such as play contact sports. I am always nervous that maybe I harmed based on the pain I am starting to get. "name": "Azalea Orthopedics", Once the pain is under control, you will be able to resume most normal activities. Thank you for sharing. You don't snap back to normal quickly; you can't sleep the way you would like to (I remember all those nights in a recliner), etc. Introduction. Worse than that I also have 3 bulging discs and a bone spur in my neck. It just hurt to much. So hes very good at what he does. "Tuesday", Overall, about 90% of patients are satisfied with their shoulder after cuff repair and experience significant improvement in function after surgery. As you said, don't sit and wallow. Answer (1 of 3): Good question! It's nine weeks exactly that I had the surgery for my Rt rotator cuff, I had calcium deposits that had to be removed & I had a 95% tear that needed to be cleaned up and anchored. I am at 4 1/2 weeks, had surgery March 5, 2019. Surgical correction of these problems can improve your shoulders range of motion. I'm sure the crew will take very good care of you. I'm sure your situation is worse than mine, so you definitely have my sympathy. Yet another battle front! Im really worried about our two week cruise as Im still unable to sleep for more than two hours in the bed. I slept in my recliner for weeks! Each procedure includes a recovery time, but these tips can help you. The fact that your doctor has you off work for six months suggests that your surgery was even more extensive and debilitating that many of us have experienced. My doctor said he expects me to have full range of motion at 8 weeks. I don't feel this is normal am young and healthy. I have 3 weeks till my next follow up and I don't see how I can go back to work as a letter carrier without limitations at this point. Begin passive shoulder ROM after surgery (beginning week 1) b. The physical therapy program will help you regain full strength and range of motion in your shoulder. Notes on After Rotator Cuff Surgery-when will the pain end? My sugeon told me that is a quicker recovery than rotator cuff repair. What helps rotator cuff pain after surgery? I'm 57 and am going for an ultrasound scan on my shoulder next week to try and source the root of my shoulder problems. Day of Surgery Rotator cuff surgery is an outpatient procedure. I've had both shoulders done. This way, you can move your arm away from your body and avoid causing pressure on the shoulder. 3 weeks ago today. We want the forums to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the forums are Do you have trip insurance that would cover a cancellationif your surgeon says that you should notgo on this cruise now? Sounds like we are pretty similar. PT was ok the first time, but the pain afterwards (2am) was terrible. I do believe some deep tissue massage around this time was helpful as it could well have dispersed some scar tissue. My therapist was very good with acknowledging my pain threshold. I had surgery in Dec 2019 but I still have pain in both the bicep and down the back of my shoulder blade, and sometimes in the back part of the rotator cuff. Read our editorial policy. Call your doctor if you have a temperature of 101 degrees or more, redness or discharge from the wound, sudden and severe pain, or numbness or tingling in your fingers or hands. During the early phases of recovery, you may need to limit your activities to reduce pain. Bevmail. I wish for you the very best and hope you are enjoying a break from school and your healing has improved! After 3 weeks, passive exercise was initiated, avoiding provocation of pain. They told him that within about 4 months he can do the 60 lb lifting he needs to do on his job. I am 9 weeks post surgery. These pains make it rough for me to be up on my feet styling hair everyday, I hope most of you are doing much better than me. Did you just book this trip last minute or did you have it booked well in advance but hoped that you would have mended well enough to go? Please dont remove the sutures until the wound healsDo not travel until you have your doctors permission. It's a four-phase process that can take from four to six months, sometimes longer. The type of repair and recovery will depend on the size and shape of the tear. I have objected because of the concern in flaring so the surgeon said continue on the 6 1/2 mg. but he is still very concerned of the healing of . Manage by taking medicines and by ice therapy. While it depends upon the nature of the surgery, the skill of the surgeon, and your personal resilience, most people I've known are much further along than you are. Phase 2: Active Motion: 6-12 weeks. Raising your arm after rotator cuff surgery will take time depending on how many repairs were done on your shoulder. If he/she thinks it's okay to go, and if DH is willing to take care of all the things he is already doing for you, and you continue to do your therapy exercises, then I would go. If particular attention is not directed to the patient during the positioning, a cervical disc may be injured or aggravated. Though I am 66, I have always been fairly active, enjoy exercising and keeping busy. Rotator cuff pain is often worse at night. I worked hard at my exercises, took A LOT of advil, used a ton of ice, used my tens unit under my clothes at work, and eventually saw results. Dr Chandra Sekhar. I think gentle exercise for a good while is key, and as time goes on, you will feel stronger to do more. Thanks. The surgeon will place your arm in a sling to protect it while the tendons heal. For starters, it takes between 6-8 for the tendon to heal to the bone. For now treat it symptomatically ice/heat, Advil/Aleve, Ace wrap and if it is still bothering you when you return, call for an appointment." Please come back and let us know the outcome. This surgery has really knocked the wind out of me on every level. Damage or tear to this structure can result in limited movement of the arm, including the inability to raise it above the head or rotate it. https://patient.info/forums/discuss/update-9-weeks-post-op-648808. Do not apply creams, ointments, Neosporin / Polysporin to the incision. I'm not sure if I am going to face surgery or not. I am 9 weeks post-op and I still have no relief. However, you won't need to take 5 months off from work to recover. Dont drive. Move your elbows up and down and close to your body when not in the sling. Went to a reputable orthopedic and sports medicine practice last year because I was having so much pain in my left shoulder. This allows a skilled surgeon to examine the joints key structures. How do I know if my rotator cuff surgery failed. Maybe a bit winded, but I found this thread while awake at 4 in the morning. Do physical activity, as suggested by a physical therapist. Another thing not mentioned before the op, was the possibility of things swelling. Do not move the shoulder or grip with the hand where the operation was performed. and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified But OK. Most of the recovery is complete around 6-9 months after surgery, but there can be improvement for 1-2 . I'm both relieved and frustrated. Yes, this thing is very hard to get through physically , mentally and $$ wise. "Friday" /. "@context": "https://schema.org/", Thanks to everyone here that let me unload and offered me tons of sympathy! Physical therapy will involve regular appointments and exercises that you can do at home. The insurer will want to know why you didn't notify them of your situation nine weeks ago when you needed the operation. Good Luck to you and if you can do it, it should inspire us all. Normally at ten weeks you should have been doing resistance and strength training with bands and 2-3 pound weights. I can tolerate the discomfort there. Our team of doctors at Azalea Orthopedics specialize in shoulder injuries and conditions; they treat complex and simple conditions with the latest techniques available. I had rotor cuff repair, 2 anchors also bone spurs. Even if you "just" spend a lot of time looking out over the water and relaxing what a perfect way to spend some recuperation time! Do's after Rotator cuff surgery: Move your fingers and thumbs in and out of your fist 5-10 times an hour. Magnetic resonance imaging verified rotator cuff tear (within 6 month prior to surgery) Rupture size with a maximum diameter of 3 cm; Willingness to participate in the study; Willingness to participate in a unified physiotherapy with use of a shoulder abduction pad for four weeks postoperativel; Exclusion Criteria: During this process, you may feel a lot of pain, which is an essential part of the recovery process. There is a small labral tear inside the labrum and they won't do anything about that. You can see how to lie comfortably on your side and back with a sling on in the video above. "https://www.facebook.com/AzaleaOrtho/", 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. Rotator Cuff Repair Protocol Overview a. I find it very helpful to see how others have coped or are coping with this surgery. Everything comes back but not as quickly as you would like. Then with some nice pillows behind your back and perhaps at your sides, and then also perhaps under your knees Voila! Torn labrum redislocated after surgery. The success rate is 70 to 75 per cent with primary surgery, while the failure rate for revision surgery is only two to five per cent. New to the forum here. Your PT will tell you if you're on schedule. Thanks for your encouragement and hang in there. It has helped however, to read all these posts and realize that my experience is not so unusual. The first phase involves managing your postoperative pain. I tore 2 tendons in a fall. Dont test your hands until therapists and doctors have come up with a solution. Tolerable, but it is unnerving me because I am not doing much and its hurting. Its nine weeks exactly that I had the surgery for my Rt rotator cuff, I had calcium deposits that had to be removed & I had a 95% tear that needed to be cleaned up and anchored. Anyway it's the worst pain I have ever felt and I am wondering if I am going ceazy or if I am just impatient?? Each day it feels a little worse. While in there he "trimmed" a bone in my shoulder and did manipulation and cleaning that they do for frozen shoulder. You can reach Azalea Orthopedics at 903.939.7500 to schedule your appointment today. Stiff shoulder: A stiff shoulder is one of the more common complications of rotator cuff surgery, with one study finding 20 percent of patients experiencing postoperative stiffness. At Hyderabad Shoulder Clinic, Dr Chandra Sekhar. "priceRange": "$$", 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 surgery seems to have been successful, but it has left me with numbness and pain in my little and ring fingers, and also extreme pain in my forearm if I attempt some of the PT exercises. Everything seems to take twice the time and energy. Has anyone experienced a similar situation? I couldn't lay flat on my back, as I believe the repaired tendon was still healing and it seemed to take forever. The incision can remain open when it stops flowing. I'm still in the recliner, but I can't sleep with this discomfort. I only know that it takes time and I did have a bad cuff.m thx for the wishes. What did your Orthopedic Surgeon say when you posed this exact same question? Well, I still am having a fair amount of discomfort with "certain" motions, like swimming and some nights I will wake up with pain, but can usually "adjust" my sleeping position and get comfortable again. A large tear can prevent the tendons from healing completely, and it may be too difficult to heal the entire tear without surgery. Luckily, within the last week I've mainly been able to sleep at night, although with breaks for the loo, and sometimes discomfort, but overall I'm not complaining. Still soreness during and after every single run at 5 months this week. 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. Hes very conservative with his movements post-op too, and I had to stay in my brace for 6 weeks 24/7. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By I found the pain unbelievable and was so unprepared for it being so unrelenting. I'm glad you achieved full mobility. "@type": "Answer", To repair a rotator cuff tear, a surgeon may perform a procedure through a fiber-optic scope or through small incisions. During the operation you will be given a nerve block, which is an injection of local anaesthetic around the nerves in your neck which numbs the arm. So sad and yet the pain I am feeling today after a one mile hike is confirming your assumption. I am 15 months post op from rotator/bicep repair surgery. The pain can last for several weeks, but it will subside in a couple of months. It happened about four months ago with surgery scheduled next week. After 6 months, full return to sports and heavy labor were allowed. 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. This is because the rotator cuff has been weakened due to the surgery.

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