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Can a shoulder freeze up again after rotator cuff surgery, ?
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Yes: Reduced shoulder motion is a common complication of rotator cuff surgery. Prevention is multifaceted. Appropriate physical therapy with early passive motion and progressive active motion at the correct time is important in preventing this complication.
Answered 9/25/2018
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Yes: Yes. Takes dilligent work with an excellent therapist to alleviate stiffness after surgery.
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