Question 1

is there an effective way to massage shoulder and forearm after rotator cuff surgery?

Accepted Answer

Discuss...: Discuss this with your physical therapist. They will be able to add a massage component to your rehab. This will help relieve the tightness in your forearm.

Question 2

is massage good four months after a rotator cuff surgery? i stay tight all the time.

Accepted Answer

Massage and Yoga: It is very wise to get some massage when you are recovering from major trauma to muscles and tendons.  I often also recommend yoga as a very good strength training activity with good postural stretching.

Question 3

how do i massage out knots in my forearm after rotator cuff surgery and retyinng of ligamentns?

Accepted Answer

Discuss...: Discuss this with your physical therapist. They will be able to add a massage component to your rehab. This will help relieve the tightness in your forearm.

Question 4

can you still powerlift after rotator cuff surgery?

Accepted Answer

You can.: With a successful repair and appropriate post-operative rehab, you should be able to resume powerlifting. However, you should be aware that you are more likely to incur a re-tear than most patients, because of the immense forces on the rotator cuff, associated with powerlifting.

Question 5

could you tell me what happens after rotator cuff surgery?

Accepted Answer

Rotator Cuff Surgery: This varies from doctor to doctor and also depends on the severity of the tear.  It is generally accepted that initially you should avoid any active range of motion of the shoulder, while often passive range is allowed much sooner.  After appropriate rest, pt will gradually help you regain range of motion, and then later strengthening exercises will be added.  Expect 3-6 months for recovery.

Question 6

how much assistance willone need after rotator cuff surgery?

Accepted Answer

You need assistant: You can not use that arm for 3 weeks, beside the pain you are going to have from the surgery, so if it is your right arm you can not use it for three weeks almost for any thing.

Question 7

when after rotator cuff surgery will the pain start to go away?

Accepted Answer

Rotator Cuff Surgery: This is variable from person to person. Respect your levels of pain and follow the instructions of your orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist.

Question 8

what amount of assistance does one need after rotator cuff surgery?

Accepted Answer

U wil need help: For the first 4 to 6 weeks I don't allow anybody to move the shoulder on their own so u will need help with many routine things

Question 9

help, how much assistance does one need after rotator cuff surgery?

Accepted Answer

Therapy?: Not sure of the question.  I feel that all patients need physical therapy after rotator cuff surgery.  This focuses on motion of the shoulder, progressing to strengthening of the rotator cuff. Make sure to discuss this with your orthopaedic surgeon.

Question 10

how much time will i be out of work after having rotator cuff surgery?

Accepted Answer

Time off varies: Surgery is typically outpatient takes 45 minutes to 1.5 hours. Recovery is 3-4 months. If you have a relatively sedentary job you can be back to work in a matter of days or weeks in a sling.  IF you have a labor intensive job it will be difficult to work unless you can find light duty.  You can typically drive once you are off pain meds and out of the sling which varies from 3-4 weeks.

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Is massage good four months after a rotator cuff surgery? i stay tight all the time.

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How do i massage out knots in my forearm after rotator cuff surgery and retyinng of ligamentns?

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Can you still powerlift after rotator cuff surgery?

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Could you tell me what happens after rotator cuff surgery?

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How much time will i be out of work after having rotator cuff surgery?

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