Having shoulder impingement surgery leaves you out of action for how long?
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Having shoulder impingement surgery leaves you out of action for how long?
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Dr. Robert Coats II
Orthopedic Surgery
In brief: About 3 months
When done arthroscopicaly, recovery is very rapid.
Usually, therapy will start 2 weeks after surgery. As long as the rotator cuff does not need to be repaired, most are able to use there arm in a month. By three months, most people are back to normal activities. The surgery involves removal of the inflamed bursal tissue and osteophytes called an acromioplasty.
In brief: About 3 months
When done arthroscopicaly, recovery is very rapid.
Usually, therapy will start 2 weeks after surgery. As long as the rotator cuff does not need to be repaired, most are able to use there arm in a month. By three months, most people are back to normal activities. The surgery involves removal of the inflamed bursal tissue and osteophytes called an acromioplasty.
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Dr. Greg Hicken
Orthopedic Surgery - Reconstruction
In brief: 4-6 wks
Arthroscopic shoulder impingement surgery should be done as an outpatient, and motion should begin in a few days.
Most patients regain full motion in 1-2 weeks and full strength in about 6 wks. Throwing should be comfortable by 3 months.
In brief: 4-6 wks
Arthroscopic shoulder impingement surgery should be done as an outpatient, and motion should begin in a few days.
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