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Reverse shoulder replacement for full supraspinatus tear
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Sep 14 12:09am | Replies (15)Comment receiving replies
I'm soon to have a total reverse left shoulder replacement (TRSR). For some time, with the arm pain and limitations, I haven't been able to swim freestyle. Is it possible for you, or for anyone here who has had a TRSR, to swim freestyle some time after the operation? Will I be able ever to swim my two kilometres in the Australian sunshine again? I'm nearly 65.
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@rosaco It took me a while, had some setbacks with tendon damage, but I worked at it. I was back lap-swimming freestyle in May, 12 months after TRSR. Everyone has a different path after this procedure. Don't overdo it too early. I started with cross training (yoga, tai chi) and dog-paddle in the pool!! I am now backstroking as well as freestyle, tumble turns too.
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@rosaco Yes! Assuming a normal surgical outcome and seriously working on PT movement afterwards, you may be able to start swimming again within 6 months, or earlier if given the go ahead by your medical team. It’s great that you have a goal to shoot for, makes the recovery work easier.