Hello @heyjoe415, I'd like to invite @fignolia, @ktgirl, @ls114, @ltsally, @ljgraham166, @beatricefay, and @rnpeggyh0419 who all discussed having, or considering, a shoulder replacement as well to share their experiences with the recovery and what you can expect.

Many additional members have discussed Reverse Shoulder Replacements and the recovery as well:

"Shoulder Replacement Support Group" - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/shoulder-replacement-support-group/
"Reverse shoulder replacement surgery" - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/reverse-shoulder-replacement-surgery-1/
"Shoulder Replacement Surgery" - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/shoulder-replacement-surgery/

@heyjoe415, members have discussed the pros & cons of a regular shoulder replacements vs. a reverse shoulder replacement. If you are comfortable sharing, was there a main reason your surgeon opted for the traditional replacement? Was it because you are so active? You mentioned recovery is mostly sitting vs. the active therapy that a knee replacement demands. From what I understand this is true initially, but there is still rehab once the healing has progressed. Has your surgeon discussed recovery at all and what any potential limitations will be moving forward?