What is important to know for rehab after a rotator cuff repair?

Cuff repair rehab: Tough to answer in 400 characters. However, goal of rotator cuff repair is to get torn tendon to heal to the proximal humerus. Best results correlate with healed repair. Therefore, proceed slowly and carefully. If rehab is aggressive, risk of repair not healing. Expect 6+ month recovery.

Slow but steady: Recovery and rehab will vary widely depending on tear type, size, associated injuries, pre-operative function, post-operative goals, and repair type. In general, early treatment involves protection in a sling for 4-6 weeks and gentle range of motion exercises with eventual progression to strengthening exercises. Full recovery typically takes at least 3 months, but often can take 6-12 months.

Continue rehab: Need to have physical therapy for several weeks. That is what i had done on my shoulder.

Timing: It takes 6 weeks for the tendon to heal to the bone. During the healing phase, it is important to avoid any stress on the repair. Active shoulder range of motion should be avoided. Once the repair is healed therapy is begun first to restore range of motion, then for strengthening. Depending on the size of the tear, it may take 6-18 months for full restoration of function.