How long after shoulder surgery does pain last

Question 1

How long does the pain last for after arthroscopic shoulder surgery?

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Really depends: Many different procedures can be done to the shoulder during an arthroscopic surgery. If bone spurs removed, shoulder debrided, then pain may be mini... Read More

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6-12 weeks : The time it takes to recover varies considerably depending on the person and the actual procedures done during the surgery. Arthroscopic surgery can b... Read More

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Depends: Too general to give specifics but depends on the procedure done(labral repair vs. Decompression for instance), your pain tolerance, early vigorous the... Read More

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Question 2

Normally, how long would the pain last after arthroscopic shoulder surgery?

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Pain management tips: Arthroscopic procedures vary greatly in the amount of work that must be done. Post-op pain often depends on 1) individuals pain tolerance 2) consumpti... Read More

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Varies: May last a week or a few weeks. Strongly depends on type of surgery. Generally speaking rotator cuff repair is more painful than other routine shoulde... Read More

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Question 3

I had shoulder surgery last sept. it's popped out of socket twice w/in 3 wks. i am in so much pain but don't see my doc until monday. what do i do?

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Try to: use a sling to immobilize it, ice it and if you tolerate take Motrin or Advil (ibuprofen).

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Question 4

I had shoulder surgery last may an had shots in my neck.but i've had a knot in my trap for sooo long an i've done massage, pt, chiro. y won't it go away?

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Need Ortho eval: With any chronic condition like that, i would reccomend follow-up with your orthopedic surgeon who did your surgery and see what they say.

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Question 5

2 weeks post shoulder surgery in great pain. realized i should have been doing exercises. last doc appt got okay. what do i do now? start exercises?

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PER DOCTOR: Ask surgeon what to do exactly they are very particular. You may need to rest it or start pt depends what you had done.

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Question 6

I've been taking ambien (zolpidem) for two years since shoulder surgery. i'm off completely now within last two weeks. my eyes seem to itch. is it temporary?

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Likely unrelated!: I don't think Ambien (zolpidem) and eye itching have much to do with each other!

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Question 7

Is it normal for bruises to last almost 7 weeks after open capsular plication shoulder surgery with anchors?

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Could: If no pain and new bleeding, it is okay.

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Question 8

How long after shoulder surgery (for dislocation) should i wait until i can start going to the gym?

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Ask your doctor: Post surgical rehabilitation and return to activity is usually strictly controlled by the surgeon and the time to return to full activity is dictated ... Read More

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Question 9

How long does shoulder surgery take?

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Can't say...: Too much depends on exactly what procedure is performed - and if you are referring to surgical time or recovery time.

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Question 10

What to do if i have problems after shoulder surgery..?

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You must call: your provider. He/she is the one to address this issue.

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How long after shoulder surgery does pain last

How long does the pain last for after arthroscopic shoulder surgery?

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Normally, how long would the pain last after arthroscopic shoulder surgery?

I had shoulder surgery last sept. it's popped out of socket twice w/in 3 wks. i am in so much pain but don't see my doc until monday. what do i do?

I had shoulder surgery last may an had shots in my neck.but i've had a knot in my trap for sooo long an i've done massage, pt, chiro. y won't it go away?

2 weeks post shoulder surgery in great pain. realized i should have been doing exercises. last doc appt got okay. what do i do now? start exercises?

I've been taking ambien (zolpidem) for two years since shoulder surgery. i'm off completely now within last two weeks. my eyes seem to itch. is it temporary?

Is it normal for bruises to last almost 7 weeks after open capsular plication shoulder surgery with anchors?

How long after shoulder surgery (for dislocation) should i wait until i can start going to the gym?

How long does shoulder surgery take?

What to do if i have problems after shoulder surgery..?

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