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I'm 8.5 months postop 3rd rotator cuff repair surgery. i'm doing hep of strengthening 3 days a week. what is the criteria that i need to meet in order to resume playing tennis & softball again?
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Tennis/softball: Go see your surgeon and talk to them about your progress. You may be ready to resume playing, but go easy in the beginning.
Answered 7/4/2018
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