Question 1

odds of playing high-level, competitive singles tennis after reverse (dominant) shoulder replacement surgery?  thanks for your time...

Accepted Answer

Rehab and PT: will be the mainstays of your recovery and subsequent training with a tennis pro will determine your level of competitiveness. I would suggest that 70 is just a number and "it takes a village" : orthopedics, rehab, PT and a personal tennis trainer.I personally went though this with my knee: main issue: if I wear a knee brace, shots are returned wide to my weaker side: consider Kinesio tape.

Question 2

total reverse r-shoulder replacement 4 yr ago. out of nowhere i have horrible pain soreness on rightside of upper chest that radiates under arm & back?

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See surgeon: I recommend that you see your orthopedic surgeon for evaluation of this symptom since it involves the right shoulder region and your discomfort is severe.. Late complications can occur and include cuff tears, tendonitis and dislocations.

Question 3

do i need a shoulder replacement?

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Probably not: Mainly b/c the technology has limitations that might not make it the best choice for you now, but it's a complicated subject...

http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.cfm?topic=a00094

what do your prior surgeons advise?

Question 4

how complicated is shoulder replacement?

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Not complicated: For shoulder surgeons, the procedure is very straightforward. It involves moving your muscles to the side, temporarily detaching a rotator cuff muscle, and accessing the shoulder joint. The head (ball part) is the removed and replaced with metal while the glenoid (socket part) is replaced by plastic. The rotator cuff muscle is reattached and the skin closed. It is a highly successful surgery!

Question 5

shoulder replacement at 80, is that okay?

Accepted Answer

Well...: Obviously you have to weigh the risks/benefits/alternatives, and that is a very individual decision.

In any case, here is a great article, i hope you can download:

http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmed/20595116.

Question 6

can i deadlift heavy with a shoulder replacement?

Accepted Answer

No: If u were my patient who had total shoulder replacement i would restrict u from any 'heavy' lifting ; esp. 'dead lifts'.. For concern for injury to your shoulder ; esp. Dislocation of components.Some workouts would be acceptable but you would need to discuss these w/ your surgeon quite obviously. Best of luck w/ your 'new ' shoulder!

Question 7

should i have much pain after shoulder replacement?

Accepted Answer

Shoulder replacement: There will be pain for the first 1-2 weeks but it should decrease with time.

Question 8

how long does pain last after shoulder replacement?

Accepted Answer

Variable : Pain after a shoulder replacement tends to diminish over time. Pain often reaches a low and very tolerable level between 1 and 3 months after the surgery. However, some patients never become pain free but have a decreased amount of pain and improved function when compared to before the surgery.

Question 9

what should i expect for a partial shoulder replacement?

Accepted Answer

Relief: Partial shoulder replacement provides good pain relief and subsequently better range of motion and function. P.

Question 10

when is  a shoulder replacement 100% medically necessary?

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Never: The only thing that is 100% medically necessary is something that is life or limb saving.  Everything else is about life style and function. If you have pain that you can't treat and poor function, then shoulder replacement is a good option. What you have to ask yourself is whether you can live with things the way they are now? In general, most patients are very happy with their joint replacements.

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Odds of playing high-level, competitive singles tennis after reverse (dominant) shoulder replacement surgery? thanks for your time...

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Total reverse r-shoulder replacement 4 yr ago. out of nowhere i have horrible pain soreness on rightside of upper chest that radiates under arm & back?

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Do i need a shoulder replacement?

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Shoulder replacement at 80, is that okay?

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