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I have a small tear in rotator cuff in arm from car accident. how long would it take to recover from this?

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Dr. Dennis Giannini answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

~6 weeks: Typically will take 6-8 weeks of physical therapy plus independent exercises(per therapist) to see recovery. If not, see your doctor.

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Answered 12/10/2013

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