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Reverse shoulder replacement surgery

Joint Replacements | Last Active: Oct 28 8:58pm | Replies (75)
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@myracorbo

Help! I had my RSA on 1 August 2024. I am in physical therapy. I am doing well in most of my ROM exercises.
My problem is external rotation. My arm wings out high when I bring a fork to my mouth to eat. I am unable to perform a 90 angle with my elbow at my side. My physical therapist isn’t quite sure why I’m having this problem. I see my ortho next week for answers and an X-ray.
Has anyone with a tRSA has encountered this problem?

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Justin McClanahan, Moderator | @JustinMcClanahan | Sep 12 8:05am

Hello @myracorbo - I combined your discussion with an existing discussion titled, "Reverse shoulder replacement surgery" - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/reverse-shoulder-replacement-surgery-1/.

@rethajones, @artscaping, @nonnahelen, and @queenie2030 all shared their experiences with a reverse shoulder replacement.

@myracorbo - It is good you have an appointment with your ortho upcoming along with an x-ray to potentially spot any barriers you are running in to beyond your control. Has your PT been able to move your arm in all directions during PT when you relax and are not trying to use your muscles yourself? How is your pain level?

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