If you have a torn rotator cuff, it can be difficult to tell whether or not your rotator cuff surgery succeeded or failed. The strength training for me only started a few months after the surgery. Take a shower, but make sure to cover your shoulders with something protective like plastic from getting wet. as being in breach of those terms. The arm pit and bicep muscle after was a whole issue of it's own. Avoid sleeping on the side of your surgery hand. Started August 27, 2021, By Now I'm sleeping in the guest room propped up on pillows. 5 users are following. /. "telephone": "9039397500", 6 years ago, I also went back to work but more for a distraction than anything else. Perk, you won't have to carry ANY of the luggage. "email": "info@azaleaortho.com", You followed your doctor's directions for recovery and completed all your PT and exercises, but months after surgery you are still in pain. I did practice driving left-handed for a month before my surgery. appropriate medical assistance immediately. Usually, rotator cuff surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure. I also know I am losing more and more range of motion. :o( I turned 58 one month after my surgery. If you're only able to sleep a couple of hours in bed now, it won't be much better next week. One thing I noticed is my neck was always out. I only know that it takes time and I did have a bad cuff.m thx for the wishes. All in all, I am doing really well. Small tears (n=158 [58%]) were more common than medium (n=70 [25%]) and large (n=46 [17%]) tears. I think gentle exercise for a good while is key, and as time goes on, you will feel stronger to do more. How long does it take to recover from rotator cuff surgery? Its not a sprint its a marathon. My brother warned me as he had similar surgery 10 years ago and I can remember him crying quite vividlya grown, strong, tough man who works in construction reduced to tears. Wear the sling in uncontrolled environments (like outsideof the cabin), bring baggies to use as an ice pack, do my at home PT exercises, no swim strokes that use the shoulder in the pool (OK to stand there and gently move my arms back and forth, use pillows and my sling in bed. thus far. If he really wants to go, he should be willing to do whatever it takes to keep you safe and comfortable, and I'm sure he will. It's always interesting to see the different protocols of different surgeons - whether for rotator cuff repair or hip replacement, etc. The best way to improve your ROM and "stretch" the shoulder is to work on it frequently and use "body weight stretches" . Nobody here can answer that for you. Actually, this is a very good suggestion even if you do not have a balcony. I'm still in the recliner, but I can't sleep with this discomfort. Read our editorial policy. I'm heading into tenth week post rotary cuff surgery, massive tear they said. Best wishes. "https://twitter.com/azaleaortho", Excellent excellent suggestion. PT is critical -- are you still doing physicaltherapy now? At the PT appointments, they always start with heat and end with ice. Which isn't bad. Do not use your arm to move around, push yourself up from lying down, or to change positions. Reduce swelling, stiffness, and discomfort. My shoulder is still pretty sore and it gets stiff sometimes. 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. . I couldn't move, I couldn't sleep, I couldn't do anything. Mine started in September with a frozen shoulder which we learned was caused by a tear in my rotator cuff. Answer (1 of 3): Good question! Conclusion: Follow the tips of the doctor to get well as quickly as possible. One included a repair of a torn biceps. Went to a reputable orthopedic and sports medicine practice last year because I was having so much pain in my left shoulder. We are on the same time line. If I feel Im not up to going, they will fill out the insurance forms for me. How you care for the shoulder in the weeks and months that follow will also affect the success of the operation. Range of motion is a "forever" thing. Narrative review: Rotator cuff injury ranges from tendinopathies to tears that usually result from trauma that could be either micro-trauma or macro-trauma. "opens": "08:00", The day after surgery was . I spend most of the night in a recliner. The pain is so bad at times. Starting to get some strength back, had lost so much! Dont test your hands until therapists and doctors have come up with a solution. The wallowing is the worst. 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. 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. Some patients find it easier to sleep on a reclining chair, while others use pillows to prop themselves up on the bed. 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 []. I had rotator cuff surgery on 12/15/16. I got the throbbing pain too, but on reflection I guess given the type of surgery it would be odd for no reaction to exercising. "@context": "https://schema.org/", I didn't drive for a long time after my surgery. 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. Overnight stays in the hospital are generally unnecessary. The. Keep up with the PT and the exercises, you may regret it otherwise. I couldn't lay flat on my back, as I believe the repaired tendon was still healing and it seemed to take forever. Do's after Rotator cuff surgery: Move your fingers and thumbs in and out of your fist 5-10 times an hour. Good luck to you! He feels that in future the wearing of a sling will be reviewed, as evidently not required by everyone, especially with the risk of a 'frozen shoulder' which I had 30 years ago, and was keen to avoid again at all costs this time. Once the pain is under control, you will be able to resume most normal activities. I really can't say enough good things . I still needed to put my arm in a sling when I walk longer then 1/2 mile. Overall, about 90% of patients are satisfied with their shoulder after cuff repair and experience significant improvement in function after surgery. There are a number of reasons that the shoulder may become stiff after rotator cuff surgery. Most patients who have had rotator cuff surgery will tell you that it takes about nine months before the shoulder feels completely normal. You are doing therapy aren't you? Also ,most of the muscle mass on my R. arm has disappeared. Yeah, I am at 50 weeks. I've been using ice, but like you, I prefer the heat. Yes, this thing is very hard to get through physically , mentally and $$ wise. How are you doing now? . My association pool opens next month and I will be in Santa Cruz in two weeks at a resort. Posted I know that every individual is different than the next. My early recovery was unbelievably painful. It just hurt to much. I was very nervous of pushing too far, and it was a good year before I started using a decent amount or resistance in exercising. While most rotator cuff tendons heal after surgery, some do not, and in these cases, additional surgeries are necessary. The first 2 to 5 weeks were the worst pain. I hope that once you are on board, you *can* relax and enjoy it. Some people do get significantly stiff after rotator cuff repair surgery and can take longer to get their range of motion back. Is there a lot of pain with rotator cuff surgery? I am a 55 year old female and had my surgery on 12/02. I was released by my surgeon May 5, 2017. 8 weeks, you are definitely in a bad part of the recovery. For a small tears, full recovery time is about four months, for large tears, six months. We are both around 70 years old. The only exceptions are bathing (showering), when you're doing post-op exercises, or getting dressed. I truly appreciate you sharing your experience with me. Therapist tells me only can do range of mtionr until doc says. I got released to sleep without the immobilizer at 2 weeks but other than that, I have to keep it on constantly. The massages I get from the therapist are life changing. Although you may be feeling much better and your pain is reducing, your rotator cuff at 4 weeks is only 20% healed. Fortunately, many people can find relief with a variety of medications that are available. Sadly, that shoulder has begun to ache in the last several months as a result of using that arm almost exclusively because my other shoulder hurt so much. Two week cruise 9 weeks after rotator cuff surgery Two week cruise 9 weeks after rotator cuff surgery. If your shoulder or arm pain is keeping you from enjoying your family, friends and favorite activities, call Azalea Orthopedics today. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with me. Dr Chandra Sekhar. Let your cabin steward help you. I had forgotten. Our clinical information meets the standards set by the NHS in their Standard for Creating Health Content guidance. The "new" therapist used the concept of manual passive massage. This time, tho, it is for my neck, which is also riddled with arthritis- not sure if it was always that bad and I just didn't realize it?? Your healthcare provider will likely prescribe pain medication to help you manage the pain. This is now starting the 5th month of pain. I am finally back in a bed and out of the recliner last week. I've had both shoulders done. He also stressed that it can't be rushed. I'm in the immobilizer unless I'm doing the exercises, bathing, or occasionally typing a lesson plan for my substitute at school. "text": "Dr. Foreman Says:It is possible you could be having some problems from the hardware. I think the doctor you choose makes all the difference on recovery. Casing in the morning and lifting 50lb trays of mail, carrying a mail sack and opening and closing the sliding door on the van will be a challenge. Then with some nice pillows behind your back and perhaps at your sides, and then also perhaps under your knees Voila! The pain is intense at times and I still take pain medication at night. The result is a pain radiating down the arm (cervical radiculopathy). He is more able to advise you than strangers on a cruise forum. I was in my sling daily for 3 months, and then I wore it when we were going to be in crowded areas in case I got bumped. The rotator cuff surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff muscle or tendon usually involves one or more of the following surgical goals: . He said to rest my arm for 2 months and see if that helps. It is also possible to have a partial tear, a defect where little of the tendon remains. My PT states that I am still extremely tight and I have a problem relaxing while he is trying to move my arm. Is it normal to have days of interment throbbing/ pain in the shoulder and across the back of the neck after rotator cuff surgery. "latitude": 32.3123176, My biggest problem at this point is sleep. I want my right arm backthe one I use for everything! After 6 months, full return to sports and heavy labor were allowed. "acceptedAnswer": { Move your elbows up and down and close to your body when not in the sling. PS: My DH has been wonderful in his care for me. I appreciate the suggestion. What do your doctor and physical therapist say? This technique allows your surgeon to evaluate and repair the tear using a few very small incisions instead of one large incision. All rights reserved. }, { I wouldn't have had them repaired anyway. 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." My left shoulder ( good one , not worked on) stings at times, since I use it more I guess. Maybe some extra padding underneath, if it isn't soft enough already. Patient is a UK registered trade mark. A large tear can prevent the tendons from healing completely, and it may be too difficult to heal the entire tear without surgery. It is essential to keep the blood flowing in your legs to prevent blood clots. Pain after shoulder surgery is normal. 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! A referral was made for Corticosteroid Injection following review. ii. I seem to have turned a corner where the pain is not bad and Im able to sleep, drive, & do many things. I am 15 months post op from rotator/bicep repair surgery. I had rotator cuff surgery almost 3 months ago. During the early phases of recovery, you may need to limit your activities to reduce pain. The physio says that the overall shoulder inflammation is likely to continue for 3 to 6 months, which came as a surprise to hear. But once he got in there he told me the next day it took another 45 minutes because the tear was 95%. Well I am new to the forum. I had the MRI and it basically came back I'm ok. I panicked and called the answering service for my surgeon. Also, I would suggest that if your DH and I use that term advisedly really wants to go on the cruise, let him go by himself. Posted May 26, 2019. Patient- and tear-specific demographics were analyzed in a retrospective series of patients who had undergone arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. At first, you will do exercises that will let your rotator cuff heal. Still soreness during and after every single run at 5 months this week. 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 . I know I have scar tissue and wondering do I need surgery again to remove some of it. 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. I also don't think that laser therapy is helping me. Check with your PT. Im still learning how to use this site so please forgive me if I repeat myself here and there. This is because the rotator cuff muscles lack full control of the shoulder. Dr. Foreman: It sounds as if the biceps tenodesis came apart and the biceps muscle has fallen in your arm. Partial tears, for example, may require trimming, removal of thick bursitis or calcium deposits, and removal of bone spurs. . Try to put your finger right on your fist. Honestly that was the worst part of the whole thing, pain was secondary. If there are conflicting instructions from your doctor and therapist, please meet your doctor to clarify. 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. 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. I slept sitting up for 3 months, and then with pillows under my arm in bed. I rate it 95% perfect. If you experience rotator cuff pain, call Dr Chandra Skehar. I still wear the sling when outside the house as it is an uncontrolled environment. I tore this rotator originally about 10 years ago. Im looking for people that have gone through this for advice based on their experience. I also had rotator cuff repair surgery in January of 2017, I am at about 10 weeks post op. Powered by Invision Community. If you can't get a recliner and must go the lounge-chair route, ask your steward to bring a quilt to fold up and lay on the chair, to give you a bit cushier base for sleeping/relaxing. Registered number: 10004395 Registered office: Fulford Grange, Micklefield Lane, Rawdon, Leeds, LS19 6BA. No matter what type of procedure you receive, your doctor will ask you to rest your shoulder and arm as much as possible for the first few weeks post-surgery. And then I retorted completely pulling myself out of a boat of all things, in Hawaii, the end of November. Why do I ask you this, OP? Ill keep reading other posts but this will probably be my last post here! I slept in a recliner for one week. Hate to be the bearer of bad news but you may have a way to go yet. I still want to chew off my arm the day after physical therapy. Remember that rotator cuff surgery is the first step in repairing the joint. Physical therapy can also help regain strength and range of motion. I'm unlucky in that I can't tolerate Paracetamol, Ibuprofen or Codeine, which causes huge 'gastric' disturbance, and damage to my stomach. 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 surgery was January 18, 2018. Especially at night. 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. I had to back off in distance and build up slowly. Yet another battle front! I'm still hoping for that one year difference everyone talks about. I am scared! Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek } "openingHoursSpecification": { I had extra pain meds, but I didn't want to be medicated into a stupor! Use of the forums is subject to our Terms of Use 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. ] Just started physical therapy yesterday. I'm sure your situation is worse than mine, so you definitely have my sympathy. We do have lots of similarities. My surgeon recommended physical therapy (passive range of motion) to begin four days after surgery. To prevent the need for surgery, physical therapy will help you achieve a well-balanced rotator cuff. }. Nonsurgical measures can reduce pain and inflammation, as well as strengthen the injured tendons. I have been off any pain meds since day 3, BUT I also have kept the straight-jacket, I mean immobilizeron all day. It may be easier to take a sponge bath until the suture removal. After surgery, you should expect to be in a sling for about 6 weeks. I am 59 years old. When youre feeling better, its tempting to challenge your shoulders with a sports game or move at the gym. That's interesting. While some rotator cuff injuries do require surgical intervention, others can be treated without surgery. "longitude": -95.277671 You also said that you sail next week and had the surgery nine weeks ago. I wish for you the very best and hope you are enjoying a break from school and your healing has improved! 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. It takes six to eight weeks for the tendon to heal to the bone. "@type": "FAQPage", The physical therapist told me that the muscles around the surgery site often tighten up because they overcompensate for the injury. Nobody knows your body like you do. The goal is to achieve a full range of motion and strength after surgery. It requires a long, slow recovery. 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. My therapist was very good with acknowledging my pain threshold. Overall, about 90% of patients are satisfied with their shoulder after cuff repair and experience significant improvement in function after surgery. For the first 30 days, your arm should be in a sling. Best wishes to you, Jaycee. By There should be room for recliner or lounger. Physical therapy is very painful, but I'm doing my exercises daily.well, not as many reps as I should because it hurts so much afterwards. Historically, patients are restricted from driving for six weeks following a rotator cuff repair surgery. I agree with the advice to talk with your surgeon and physical therapist. He didn't know how bad the tendon was till he got in and had to make a big incision under my arm pit to do that repair. Everything is connected and your muscles are still working even though you think they are immobilized. Not sure what to expect at my age. The more often you move your fingers, the less stiff your fingers will be. I started working out again too. I couldn't get comfortable at night and would get the resting nerve pain which was excruciating. 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. Thank you for the information! Do you have trip insurance that would cover a cancellationif your surgeon says that you should notgo on this cruise now? I am sorry to hear about the other pains you have on top of it. Our team is ready to individually assess your condition and create a plan for your recovery. I had surgery 11/14/18 for a torn cuff and bicep tendon. Two hundred seventy-four patients (153 [56%] men and 121 [44%] women; mean age, 53 years) were analyzed. As many here have described, the pain is shocking and I have had to take Percocet off and on since the beginning. ] Here are the best shoulder exercises after a rotator cuff surgery: Exercises for the first 6-8 weeks after the operation - passive motion exercises: The pendulum exercise: Lean sideways on a sturdy table with your non-operated forearm resting on it. Ohio Shoulder Center Dr. Eric Parsons, Rotator Cuff Treatment, Surgery Dr. Eric Parsons, rotator cuff treatment, surgery. We want the forums to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the forums are Next, they're posting here to condemn the greedy, heartless cruise line for keeping their money and not giving a reschedule.). Most of the info I have found in the internet seems to be consistent with keeping the arm immobilized for the first six weeks. "@type": "LocalBusiness", (I cannot take NSAID's because I am also on blood thinner.) Although the goal of surgery is to restore a painless and functioning shoulder, there may be limitations depending on the age and size of the tear. 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. 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. All was (is) going fine. started PT 9 weeks ago. Now, my wife just had the same surgery on January 3rd and will be wearing her sling for a total of 6 weeks. That being said, perhaps you could get some extra pillows from your cabin steward and create a bed/nest on the sofa in your cabin, which would allow you to sleep in a partially sitting position. I am 47 and I'm ten months post op. 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. Haven't driven since surgery. To repair a rotator cuff tear, a surgeon may perform a procedure through a fiber-optic scope or through small incisions. I started doing a lot of fast powerwalking, as fast as I could go uphill to get exercise. They may also have some foam mattress toppers for those who want a softer mattress. Not sure if maybe it released some scar tissue that had built up, or maybe just coincidence and it was all about time. Keep me posted. About a week ago a "therapist" we'll call Hitler just about yanked my arm from my body. If the tear is massive, the recovery time will be longer. I am scared! If anyone out there is in the middle of recovery, get yourself a great therapist who really cares and knows what they are doing. 1 1 Gerber C. Latissimus dorsi transfer for the treatment of irreparable tears of the rotator cuff. 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. Follow the tips of the doctor to get well as quickly as possible. I think my main concerns are comfort for sleeping and while relaxing in the cabin (Im in my recliner a lot at home with ice and/or pillow support) and getting jostled or losing my balance if the ship rocks and I haveto catch myself. Right now, I am just taking this one day at a time. Why is rotator cuff surgery recovery so painful? I walk 12 to 16 miles a day at work. 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. It has helped however, to read all these posts and realize that my experience is not so unusual. 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. Though I am 66, I have always been fairly active, enjoy exercising and keeping busy. "geo": { Ouch! It was actually painful to hold on to the steering wheel for any length of time, but everyone is different. I couldn't believe I was still in therapy at 12 months! Inflammation of the bursa is usually the result of long-term overuse of the shoulder. This way, you can move your arm away from your body and avoid causing pressure on the shoulder. Cruisers' Choice Awards! 2 What is the fastest way to recover from shoulder surgery? Im extremely fortunate. Dr. Vic Goradia. I go back to the dr. in 5 days and anticipate they will let me take off the sling and then begin physical therapy. Phase 1:Passive motion: 1-6 weeks depending upon the size of tear and strength of the repair. ( Although I was aware of the possibility of becoming dependant on them, I did not have an issue getting off of the meds.) (We sometimes get posts here from cruisers who chose not to buy insurance. I was injured at work last October and worker's comp fought me for months. If this muscle or tendon is torn or strained, doctors may recommend rotator cuff surgery to repair the damage. It still aches some and I don't sleep great but I'm able to get fairly comfortable and like you.. Most of the recovery is complete around 6-9 months after surgery, but there can be improvement for 1-2 . Registered in England and Wales. As long as I could sleep and deal with it. The pain will get better. My sugeon told me that is a quicker recovery than rotator cuff repair. Some doctors may also prescribe anti-inflammatories or inject cortisone directly into the shoulder. "mainEntity": [ I know my rotator cuff was not completely torn off the bone, but it was torn and needed repair - I just had no idea it would take so long for recovery. My doctor said he expects me to have full range of motion at 8 weeks. Patient testimonial 16 weeks post rotator cuff surgery. I also took the sling off for a couple hours did a few things around the house (protecting the arm) but my shoulder has been increasing in pain. The recovery from this surgery is long, slow, and painful. I happy to know I'm not just a big baby. Patient aims to help the world proactively manage its healthcare, supplying evidence-based information on a wide range of medical and health topics to patients and health professionals. Worse than that I also have 3 bulging discs and a bone spur in my neck. I had rotator cuff surgery when I was a good bit younger than you are (also on my dominant arm). Seems like you should be asking your doctor your question and not us. My son-in-law is having it done in a few weeks. ARTHROSCOP ROTATOR CUFF REPR, Repair biceps long tendon rupture, Arthscpy shldr dstl claviculectomy, Arthscpy shldr decompression, are the procedures that were done. The shoulder is made up of 7 different regions, and each one needs proper motion to perform its functions properly. Depending on the severity of the pain and other signs of rotator cuff failure, the doctor may need to perform a revision procedure. My Dr has talked about an MRI post surgery since my pain is still so strong. I miss my real bed and my real life. I tried it a couple times before and kept going back to the recliner. 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. No excessive shoulder extension. 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