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My mom had a battery in her heart. after the operation, the doctor said don't move it and she didn't move it for about two months. now she can't move her shoulder. what should i do?
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PPM: This should be best asked and discussed with her cardiologist who placed the battery.
Answered 5/1/2015
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Immobility: Of this type is called a frozen shoulder. Talk to an orthopedic surgeon.
Answered 4/7/2013
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Frozen shoulder: Trial of physical therapy, home exercise program and one corticosteroid injection may help. Seeing an orthopedist if these fail is advisable. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy and manipulation under anesthesia may help. The doctor who planted the "battery" should ideally coordinate the care.
Answered 4/9/2013
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?frozen shoulder: I presume you are saying your mother didn't move her shoulder for 2 months and now has a "frozen" shoulder from lack of motion. After 2 months, this can be a serious issue that will likely require intensive physical to recover full function but that should be the goal. She should see her physician as soon as possible about referral for therapy.
Answered 7/4/2013
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