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When to get a shoulder replacement?
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Apr 28 12:05pm | Replies (14)Comment receiving replies
@julesolo
I’ve had multiple shoulder surgeries 50 years ago and doctors have wanted to replace both with artificial joints for decades because of advanced arthritis and deformities. I told them its not going to happen as long as I can tolerate the pain. I’ll keep my original parts even if they don't work like they used too. Who's to say new ones will work any better?
Take care,
Jake
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Hi Jake,
Have never had a shoulder surgery, but was advised by three surgeons about six years ago to have back surgery for my constant sciatica down the left leg. Could not walk without pain, and had to stop every 100 yards or so to stretch! Bought an inversion table on the recommendation of a friend. 4 1/2 minutes a day at 80 degrees - it took most of the sharp pain away after a week, and three months later, could walk forever. It's been six years now without any pain.
My shoulder is different - I have constant mild to moderate arthritic pain in the joint. It does not stop me playing my sports - squash, pickleball and golf at the moment - and I have a very good range of motion, so no major rotator cuff damage.
It is becoming increasingly difficult to have a good nights sleep, probably the same for you? That might be my main motivator as things progress pain wise.
Julian