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I had spur removable and shoulder joint cleaned . i ad this done 1 month ago . i have to lift 120lbs at work . when or how long will this take to heal as my employment depends on this?
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Spur: Another two weeks should be fine, but to be safe, you better talk to the surgeon who did your operation and be sure he is in agreement.
Answered 12/14/2017
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