Shoulder surgery... What should your spouse/significant other know?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 พ.ค. 2021
- This video is a bit different, focusing on the care giver.
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I'm scheduled to have left rotator cuff surgery on June 20. I'm so stressed about the pain but watching your videos have helped me prepare for it. You're the best
Thanks for your kind words! Good luck on your surgery.Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email me at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put yes in the subject line and we will get you set up with a few tip sheets as well!
I have surgery June 5rh we can do it I'm nervous too but I've been practicing wearing a sling and prepping myself for what's about to happen to me a cold therapy pack is needed for sure
We need a video for those who live alone after shoulder surgery. I'm sure there are many.
Yes, I will put that on the list of videos to be made!
Great idea to make a video for the care giver! I am 14 weeks out from rotator cuff repair, so for the most part can do what I need to for myself. But, those first 6 weeks, until the immobilizer comes off, you are so dependent on someone to help you. It was very eye opening to realize how much I couldn't do.
Kathy, thanks for the comment. Do you have any other tips or ideas that I left out?
Well, I live alone & I got through it by myself...no other way!
I'm glad you made it Bonnie!
I'm alone too, please, please can you give me some advice, I'm absolutely petrified!! Thank you so much!
@@nadialittenstein332 I was petrified, too. And originally, when I first got injured & learned I would need surgery (about a year ago now, it was right before Christmas), I was NOT petrified. But I live in such a "nanny state" here in the U.S., they would not o.k. my surgery unless I agreed to have someone STAY here at my home (I did not.)The nurses said, you MUST have someone there to HELP! I had already been getting by with one arm in a sling for weeks- I mean, it's not like you go out & know you're going to have an accident! This was not elective surgery!I just learned to adapt.I told them I had neighbors who could help me out & look in on me, but with adequate preparation of having food ready for the first week after, having put my meds into containers I could easily open, & getting some clothes I could easily put on & take off, etc. I really did not need their assistance, except for rides to the dr. appointments & to the grocery store. Also, everyone told me how "horrible" the pain would be- it wasn't that bad. In fact, I filled the scrip for oxycodone, but did not need anything stronger than over-the-counter pain meds. And my recovery moved right along. I did PT & am now back to working, & I do physical work. And I'm in my sixties...So I guess my advice is be confident & don't let people make you scared about this. A lot of getting through is psychological, not just physical. Hope this helped, sorry it's so LONG! 😁
@@nadialittenstein332 I live alone too, I've had 2 surgeries on my left shoulder in the last 18 months and I'm about to have my 3rd on the 13th December. After watching some people's video diaries I was worried too, but I didn't need to be. My first surgery was planned as a supraspinatus repair and possible bicep tenodesis but when I woke I found out they had discovered my labrum had torn and reattached itself in the wrong spot so they had done a Bankart repair instead. My recovery went well and I was up and out doing countryside walks in my sling within a week. Due to covid lockdown my physio got delayed and my shoulder started to freeze up, while waiting for a second MRI to confirm if a manipulation under anesthesia would be required I was involved in a rear collision in my car 🙄 the MRI showed a clear tear in my supraspinatus so this was added to the MUA for my second surgery. However once inside my surgeon could not see the tear from the portals used for the MUA so it was decided to let my shoulder heal un frozen. That was March this year so I'm now booked in for the supraspinatus repair and bicep tenodesis I expected for my first surgery 😂🤦♀️ mines been a long road, and I'm a huge scaredycat when it comes to needles, blood, even the thought of the operation. But the surgeries were nowhere near what I was worried about. I'd stocked up food and ice, pain meds expecting to be stuck during lockdown, and being prepared helped. Know where your going to sleep, bed or chair etc, get your extra pillows ready and easy to get on and off clothes. I also found watching the actual surgical procedures taken via arthroscope showing the actual inside of the shoulder really informative and alot less gory than I had anticipated, and made the surgery more objective than subjective. The worst part for me is them trying to find my veins to administer the anesthesia as they struggle each time. You may well be kerpt in overnight for the first night if you have no one at home to be with you. If that's the case the nurses will take great care of you. I wish you well in your repair 🤞
I.m having shoulder replacement next week ...guess i.ll muddle through
Having surgery for a small tear and whatever else is found. Your videos have been a great help. THANK YOU!
Hey Steve good luck and thanks for the kind words. Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email me at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put yes in the subject line and we will get you set up with a few tip sheets as well!
Great information. Surgery in four days!
Appreciate your channel! I am 3 weeks out RC surgery, plus more issues, One thing that helped me tremendously with taking off my immobilizer with my non dominant hand was to use a rubber grip from the kitchen to grab the clasp which was tough to navigate. (its used for opening jars.) Eliminated much frustration!
Debbie, thanks for the tip! I hope you recovery is going well. Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
Great idea! It’s little things like this that make a difference!
Getting ready for surgery #8, a reverse TSA to replace the failed TSA device I got in 2011, from the wonderful Dr. Gerald Williams at Rothman Institute. Now living in Charlotte, NC, so a different doc. Dreading going through all of it again, but hoping that things have improved with pain management since 2011. I am now on my 3rd ice machine, love it and helps so much. Thanks for being honest about pain on Day 1-2. Good reminder.
Jan, So sorry that you have to go through another surgery. Good luck and let us know how you are doing. Please consider purchasing our post op journal to improve your recovery. www.mybodyprotector.com/shop
You are great ! Thanks for all these advices
Glad you like them!
I am having rotator cuff surgery in one month. This will be my very first ever surgery and a little worried about the recovery. I have been told by customers to make sure I have the ice machine to help in easing the pain. I found your videos today and find them very informative, so thank you for that. My surgeon has not scheduled a preop visit so I guess that will happen the day of surgery. I have been told that my surgeon is the head doctor that provides help to the UNC athletics dept in Chapel Hill NC which has provided some comfort.
Good Luck Kevin! I would double check with your doc whether or not they will supply an ice machine. Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email me at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put yes in the subject line and we will get you set up with a few tip sheets as well!
Taking off the bandages was difficult because the surgical tape was so sticky, they might as well as used gorilla brand tape
Heddy, sorry you had a tough time getting the tape off. How are you doing now?
Thank you Dr. ORCUTT for getting me and my spouse prepared.
Best of luck!
Thank you. Because of this video I am going to accompany my husband to the pre-op appointment. I realized after watching this that I need to be in the loop, especially regarding after surgery treatment.
Thank you!
Thank you Linda!, Also I like the videos you posted on your channel. Inspiring!
Thank you for this! Very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
I totally agree, wish my significant other was with me. The first night when the blocker was active was not bad, I took my pain pills as prescribed, but when my arm woke up OH WOW it was horrible. Still having difficulties with pain.
Shawn, It is super hard to do it alone. And yes when the block wears off.... Look out!
Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights and we will send you 2 Free PDF fact sheets that will help you through your surgery. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
Great information for spouses to know what to ask and what to watch for.
Glad it was helpful! I hope it makes the process a little easier
Thanks so much for your information you so kindly provide us all with🙏🙏🙏🙏
It's my pleasure
Very helpful. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
I had my surgery 1 week ago. I just found your videos. Great information. On day 3, I sent a text to my husband. Honey this is embarrassing, but could you bring me a stool softener on your way home. I’m glad you brought up that point. I totally forgot about pain medication side effects.
I'm glad you found our videos informative. Good luck and let us know how you are doing in your recovery!
You are great..very understandable!😊
Thanks for the kind words Merleen! Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights and we will send you 2 Free PDF fact sheets. One is specifically how to ease the pain after surgery. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
I am 4 months after torn cuff , bi ceps tear and joint cleaned out. Last week i used that arm and did all the exercises with 15 lb as i did with other arm and its getting toned again , it was looking pretty flabby . I think building the strenght at this point is where im at. And yes pain is no joke esp 24 hr after ! I felt like Edward Scissorhands had done my surgery. Good info here.
Hey Heather, thanks for the comment. Glad you are doing well. It does take quite awhile to recover.
@@rotatorcuffexpert doing even better 5 monhs out now! Strong again ! Thanks
I didn't have a pre-op visit with my surgeon. I was called by an assistant to the surgeon with the MRI results and told the surgeon thought that a tendon repair was necessary because I had a large tear that was retracting and that it would not get better without surgery. I agreed and a date was set, and I was told that a nurse would call me with the details. I met the surgeon 20 minutes prior to surgery and feel that I went into surgery unprepared for what lay ahead. Was told to expect to be off work 6-12 weeks and at 9 weeks I have little strength and have very poor external rotation in my surgical arm. So frustrated!
Teri, I would be frustrated too! The communication is lacking. I really try to have the surgical conversation with the patient personally. I have a great PA, however that is not his role, it mine. Communication before surgery is super important. I hope our channel has helped some in providing information. Good Luck and don't give up hope.
New subscriber here. Noticed you responded to pretty much all the comments on your video! Kudos to you. Thank you
Ps
8 more days until surgery , nervous but know it needs to be done.😅
Lord, thanks for subscribing and good luck with your surgery. Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email us at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put "yes" in the subject line. We will get you signed up and also give you a couple tip sheets!
I have had full thickness superspinatus, and also complete long biceps (which was also split in two) large bursitis, and to use my surgeon's phrase, "it was a complete mess in there".I'm day 18 post op, went home with a pain pump, sleep in electric recliner, plus take regular pain meds.
Almost 2 years ago i had the rotator cuff surgery on the other shoulder. It wasn't a fun time at all.
Things this time had seemed better, and especially in regard to sleep and night pain, until the last couole if days. I'm not in the worst pain but struggling to get comfy especially at night time, and finding it so difficult to sleep again. Currently about 230am..restless, uncomfortable, can't sleep 😢😢
Anna, I am glad the second time around was better. Better doesn't mean easy for sure. Hope you get some rest. Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email us at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put "yes" in the subject line. We will get you signed up and also give you a couple tip sheets!
@@rotatorcuffexpert thank you! Will do
Wow, you give great info!! I had my left cuff and bicep surgery in December 2020 and will be getting another MRI because I have constant pain and stiffness 6 months post op. I saw that you are in Stockbridge and I am in Columbus. I had mine done at Houghton Sports Hospital here.
Glad we could help! Sorry your shoulder isn't feeling better. There are great doctors at Hughston Clinic, I'm sure they can figure out how to make you feel better!
@@rotatorcuffexpert Yes and you are right about the Drs, Champ Baker III did my shoulder and also my knee a few years ago. Thanks for the great info Dr. Orcutt.
I have a shoulder labral tear and a cyst on spinoglenoid notch and measures approximately 1.5 X 1.4 x 1.3 Cm. I was given a cortisone shot for pain and it has relived 95% of the pain, but the cyst is definitely pressing up on my nerve cashing severe pain when i didn't have cortisone. Doc suggested shoulder surgery but i cant do that RIGHT now. Seeking to try Ultrasound-guided cyst aspiration... then we can talk surgery but i cannot do surgery right now.
Hey David, That is a pretty big cyst. I am glad you were able to get some relief. Impressive photos too! I subscribed to your channel!
Thank you. Your video was very informative. My spouse well be having surgery soon.
glad we could help. Let us know how they are doing in recovery.
I had my right cuff repaired 3 weeks ago. MRI may show that the left one needs repaired as well but not going there as long as I can get by without it. I thought I was reasonably tuff individual but I guess not so much as this has kicked my buttocks. I don’t mean to be a downer to other with a pending surgery but this surgery hurts like hell and I’ve had spinal fusion surgery before.
Hey Dub, yes the surgery is tough for sure. It is interesting that some have less pain than other regardless of what exactly we did in the shoulder?! Good luck in your recovery and Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
Thank you for the advice doctor . I had right rotator cuff surgery 4 days ago and so far so good. I showered on the 3 rd day used a plastic bag to cover the wound and went well . I must say this was my first ever surgery and i threw up 3 times after the anesthesia . I am 45 and the doctor also went through my bicep but it is what it is . Is also challenging sleeping at night but hopefully it gets better after week 2 or 3 . I have a question at night the arm sling feels so hot I guess because my arm not used in being in one position. How can I make comfortable for my arm to breath air .
Glad things are going well so far. I would use a directional fan on to the sling if possible. Also you can put a cool cloth underneath your armpit. Often that can cool the arm. Hope these suggestions help. Good luck on your recovery!
The surgery is in a week. Thanks for helping my wife and I get prepared.
Glad we could help! Good luck , let us know how you are doing
Thank you Dr. Orcutt for your videos I am about 4 videos in with preparation for surgery in a couple of weeks. I do have a question. Is it normal with a 2cm tear that a doctor suggest scoping shoulder for long term mobility flexibility and strength coming back. I am a life athlete and I really want to get better but i was told that the tear won’t repair itself. Thank you for all your contributions, it has help tremendously with the anxiety’s I have in preparation for surgery.
Charred, Most Ortho’s will recommend repairing a full thickness tear of 2 cm that is symptomatic. Good luck and let us know if you have any more questions
I have a high grade partial thickness tear of the supraspinatous and labrum as well as an avulsion fracture in the shoulder. My doc described like the muscle pulled a small chunk of bone. I have pretty good range of motion. I have to set up an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon but am just curious if my issues usually result in surgery. I’m in my 30s.
JL Ville, It is hard to tell. It depends on the size of the avulsion fx and where it is coming from. Definitely best to discuss with the Ortho. Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email us at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put "yes" in the subject line. We will get you signed up and also give you a couple tip sheets!
Thank you so much for taking your time to explain all this. I just had my surgery yesterday, wow, i wish I watched your video before the surgery. Believe me you just made it better. The not knowing what is coming was my worst. An other question is how do I help my body to heal faster, can i start taking my vitamins like fish oil calcium and potassium.? I subscribed to your channel. Thanks again for your time and knowledge.
AnaNicole, Thanks for subscribing! Before you begin back with normal vitamins, check with your doctor. One day at a time! Please let us know how you are doing in your recovery and if you have any questions we can help with.
I'm also still working until my short and long term disability kicks in in January, its,been since june, I'm taking oxycodone 20mg tid, but I dont take it all because I get nauseous and tired...
Yes that is a very strong medicine
Thank so much.But I'm terrified..
Good Luck Brien, Pls let us know how you are doing in your recovery!
I’m petrified but 11/4 Surgery left shoulder 🥲
I'm to have surgery next week. After looking at this video and reading all comments I'm terrified. My husband won't be able to take just a couple days off. My dr hasn't mentioned anything about a pre op visit.
Kenya, You will be ok. Just prepare for it. You will need some help in the first few days so think through who and when they can help. Good Luck and keep us up to date. Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights and we will send you 2 Free PDF fact sheets that will help you through your surgery. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
Hi doctor, my first rotator cuff surgery on my right shoulder was so painful and awful. Two weeks ago I had rotator cuff tear, a bicep tear and and tendon from my scapula that was torn away completely. The surgery went well. In fact I had hardly any pain for the first 10 days I was so excited but now I’m starting to feel uncomfortable pain, irritating pain. Still wearing sling but only slightly at nite. What do u think
Wow! two surgeries, that is really hard. It is not unusual for pain a couple of weeks out from surgery. Your surgeon will be able to tell you more about what to you can expect at this point.
I wish I could see this video before my surgery. Thank you. I had surgery rotation full thickness tear 5 days ago. Surgery went well but we didn't question about what to do after surgery and medication. I couldn't take oxy even though profen 800mg. I have in pain. I decided split half ibuprofen to 400. It seemed not cover my pain. I tried to call doctor but new year holiday. I hope I can contact them soon. Today is my 5th day.
Oh man! That is horrible, I hope your pain gets better and you get some pain meds that you can take soon. Good Luck
@@rotatorcuffexpert thank you. I went back to take ibuprofen 800 mg again. It seemed ok, I feel nausea but not bad. I might reduce to 400 with 1 tylenol on Monday I'm skinny lady , 99 lbs. I'm afraid 800mg be too much
Yes be careful. I hope you got in touch with your surgeon.
I'm having rotator cuff surgery on 8/23 . I know a bit about how long takes to recuperate, I had surgery to repair my left shoulder from broken humerus, this hasn't been easy do to now right shoulder injury.What to expect with 2 injured shoulders.😊
Mauilu, two injured shoulders is tough. Also having a broken humerus and having a rotator cuff repair are different. Both difficult but they are definitely different. I hope you have some help at home! Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email us at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put "yes" in the subject line. We will get you signed up and also give you a couple tip sheets!
What are my options for help with dressing and showering, I have no one to help, I live alone with no family to help. I had surgery 3 days ago
Kygirlcsh, That is really tough! Friends? I hate this for you because it is so difficult to go through with support, let alone by yourself. Please consider joining our private FB group for support . facebook.com/groups/409240847744184
I was taking Hydrocodone but it did nothing for my shoulder, I have 3 ruptured disks and bone spurs which Hydrocodone helped, but not my shoulder
Nadia, So sorry to hear about your neck and shoulder, they both can be very painful
HI,Dr.I had 2 tears in left rotator cuff 1 small and 1 large,biceps tendon torn off the bone,another tendon with a moderate tear,and 5 bone spurs removed,February 16th and just came to work, but still have limited rom and still some pain at times,is this normal?
Hey Eddie, that sounds like major surgery! That type of surgery takes a lot of time to recover from. It is probably best to talk with your surgeon about how they think you are doing. Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email us at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put "yes" in the subject line. We will get you signed up and also give you a couple tip sheets!
And wasn't sure of what I was supposed to do
Robert, Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights and we will send you 2 Free PDF fact sheets that will help you through your surgery. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
And the meds seemed to do little for my pain
There are other options, Just talk with your doc about changing it
I had rotater cuff repair, I am about 10 weeks out post OP. Is is normal not to be scheduled PT. My doctor told me that was aways out.
Lynda, Everyone is different and each surgeon is different as well. If one of my patients has good motion and is progressing well, I often will delay physical therapy. It would not be typical for me to wait for more than 10 weeks to start therapy.
Is it normal to have what feels like to have back cramps? Similar to if you sleep wrong and you get that muscle pain/cramp
I'm not sure, you mean after surgery? It is possible to have spasms after surgery
I may not get the surgery that I have scheduled in 2 months after watching several videos. I had bone spur surgery in my other shoulder and it went fine. Easy recovery. But I do have a tear in this shoulder but it is a partial tear I've had for years with no pain and 95% full ROM. I live alone and would have to rely on friends for help. Why is the bone spur surgery so much easier?
Riod, I am not sure that it is really that much easier other than there would be limits on what activities you can do with your shoulder if the rotator cuff was repaired. In my patients with a low grade tear, no pain, and almost near full range of motion it would be hard for me to recommend surgery. Good luck and let us know how you are doing!
@Rotator Cuff Repair Expert This is confirmation on my thoughts to get a 2nd opinion. Appreciate your videos and Thank you
also Im thinking surgeries with scope hurts more than open, is it because blunt scopes cause more damage to tissue and nerves than open incisions?
Kiklocus, that has not been my experience. I think it hurts either way, but a little less and a little less risk of scaring and stiffness with the scope.
@@rotatorcuffexpert thank you sir
I am getting both done😢. Really concerned about retearing the recovering side after the 2nd side gets done. Any advise?
Hey Kathy, Go slow. Iisten to your body, your doc, and your therapist. Also of course....Please consider joining our FB group or join our newsletter. Just email us at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put "yes" in the subject line. We will get you signed up and also give you a couple tip sheets!
@@rotatorcuffexpert thank you!
Week 2 post op and doing it alone too.TY for all the tips,espec in the shower,very helpful
Nellie, Keep up the good work! Thanks or subscribing!
I’m still i A LOT of pain 3 weeks out. Ughhhh.
Cecile, I'm so sorry you are still hurting. Have you reached out to your doc? Maybe there are other meds that will work better for you in controlling your pain.
Is a block the only option? Does that cause more pain?
Typically the block is not mandatory, but it is generally recommended to improve postoperative pain. Thanks for subscribing!
Home-made ice pack is like a slushy in a qt ziplock bag: 1 part rubbing alcohol, 2 parts water.
I softly fell on it going down the stairs
Be careful !
What's the difference in pain level from and open surgery procedure vs arthroscopic?
Anthony, that is a great question. It is hard to quantify the difference. It is more but how much more it is hard to say. I would mention that whatever is going to give you the best outcome is worth it. I am very comfortable doing most of my surgery arthroscopically, but not all surgeons do.
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I am 4 weeks into recovery from RC, still very rough.
Sorry to hear that you are still having a tough time. Make sure you are still icing and taking your pain meds. Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
@@rotatorcuffexpert yes
I dont have a spouse or significant other.. my friend who is a nurse will be taking me to my surgery and staying the first 24 hrs, after that I'm on my own, what should I do, please advise, I'm desperate, I have a 3.5 full compression tear and a long term care nurse of 17 yrs, will I make it? Thank you
Nadia, You will make it! Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights and we will send you 2 Free PDF fact sheets that will help you through your surgery. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
Also join our private FB group to get involved with a community go through what you are going through.
And I didn't put ice on it
Ice, usually helps the swelling and pain.
I have a complete tear that is having surgery Wednesday...plan to rest in bed for a.couple.days...my husband taking a couple days off....I work hard selling clothes all day every day from home...thinking a couple days rest...or more??
Sheri, Good luck with your surgery! Everyone is different. A lot depends on how much pain meds are required. In patients that are taking around the clock cannot work even from home because of the effects of those meds on the body. I typically tell my patients that they will probably need 10-14 days off. But again everyone is different and have different requirements after surgery.
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Well I guess it's single folx are screwed then.
Cate, You will get through it! Hopefully you have some support. I made this video because often the support person isn't really sure what they should do.
Are there any blatant signs that a repair surgery has been “messed up”? I had surgery and within a week I took a fall. I’ve been walking on eggshells waiting for there to be some unmistakable sign that the repair has been damaged.
Hey Jeffrey, thanks for the question. That early it would be hard to tell. I would say increase in pain and decrease in function, however that early on after surgery those are hard to measure. Just make sure you get back to your surgeon for an eval. Please consider joining our newsletter. Just email us at dro@mybodyprotector.com and put "yes" in the subject line. We will get you signed up and also give you a couple tip sheets!
@@rotatorcuffexpert I hope you don't mind me asking one more question. Almost every night since my rotator cuff surgery I've taken off my sling in my sleep and tossed it. I don't even remember doing it and when I wake up my shoulder is all stiff and sore. Is there something I can do to help keep it on? A product or something I can buy to keep the sling on?
Hey Jeffrey, You can try an immobilizer. They are velcro'ed on. It would be more restrictive than a regular sling and would be harder to get off. Check with your surgeon to make sure that it would be ok.
Is there supposed to be pain in PT? After?
Robert, Thanks for the question. Often times patients have some discomfort with PT. It is important to let them know how you are feeling. Too much pain is a bad thing. Good Luck!
What if you live alone? I’m not looking forward to surgery in a month, but I am watching a lot of TH-cam videos.
You will need some help at least for the first few days. Beth let us know how you are doing in your recovery
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It’s just me.
J, I'm sorry it is just you. It's hard to do this alone. Please consider joining our facebook group. The members are great at giving support and helpful tips. facebook.com/groups/409240847744184
I have complete tears on both shoulders- we are doing the right first - they are going to repair and also do something with my bicep ( lateral release ?) can u talk about that and is it normal ?
Probably a lateral release. Here is a link to my video on the biceps. th-cam.com/video/J9lc_XTaIRs/w-d-xo.html. good luck!
I didn't take pain meds till the pain came
Some times that is too late, especially early on.
I remember the pain meds in the 90s were stronger .
Maybe so
My arm slid out of the sling
Thats no good!
I must say when you say the word easy it really makes me laugh! There isn’t one damn easy thing about this awful surgery🤢🤢
Melissa, You are right! there is nothing easy about this surgery. I probably didn't use the correct term. Good luck. Please consider joining our email newsletter for more information and insights. Send an email to info@mybodyprotector.com just put "yes" in the subject line and we will get you signed up!
Worst surgery ever.! Hire a caregiver for a good month.
Summer, it is a tough one for sure! when did you have yours?
I thought you were going to have your other not to have patient do house chores 🤣😆
Robert, good luck with that!
And if you have no spouse you are sol. 😀
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when can you have sex after shoulder surgery ?
Whenever you feel comfortable. Make sure you protect your arm and go slow and gentile.