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I had a reverse shoulder replacement June 7 and Aug 1 had a mammogram. I was told I had no more restrictions of what I could do and I was pain free. I can put my arm above my head just fine. The procedure was very painful, I think the muscles above and below the compression were stressed too soon. I was foolish to go ahead but everyone said it was OK. I was motivated because I am a breast cancer survivor for 7 years after lumpectomy. My pain was gone fairly soon and I have no pain since. I think I am fortunate. The good news was no cancer was seen. I will be less eager to go so soon after my other shoulder replacement which will be my 5th joint replacement.

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I actually had the mammogram Aug 20th not the 1st. Saw my surgeon today for my last post op check and he said the pain was from the incision being stretched. No harm done and he said it is fine to have mammogram 2-3 months after surgery if you feel like it. Told me to keep doing PT. Said I could improve ROM and strength up to 2 years! I will keep at it.