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Would like others experience on Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement

Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Oct 12 10:07am | Replies (48)
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I had a reverse shoulder replacement and broken arm. It went relatively well but it was my dominant arm. Took 7 weeks in a sling to heal.

The real key is the PT. You must push yourself to complete all sessions. For me it was a bit painful but because I stuck with it, I have full use of my arm. I can reach straight up which many can't. So glad I pushed as now I reap the benefits.

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heyjoe415 | @heyjoe415 | Feb 27 7:27am

Thanks for this feedback and I'm glad you pushed when you had to. I've had both knees replaced, and while certainly different from shoulder replacement, the rehab for any joint replacement is incredibly important.

In addition to the work the patient needs to put in, timing is everything. With my knees, I started PT hours after the surgery by taking a walk (with a walker) in the hospital. I aggressively followed the rehab schedule, in the clinic and at home, and had a great recovery. I also worked with a trainer for 6 months before the surgeries to strengthen my knees as much as possible.

So for any joint replacement surgery, success largely depends on the patient's efforts in rehab. Of course the surgeon is important, but patients need the will to push themselves. It's worth it.

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