Had my RTS 2019
Motorized cryocuff machine for pain management, an awesome ice machine,
Rebound wear shirts have oodles zippers easy access for therapists, Velcro tops and pjs or night shirts
Carry pillows in car for arm you will feel every bump
Constipation can be huge issue with narcotics so stool softener, etc I found narcotics didn’t really help pain only took one at night for about 4 or 5 days
Finding a
great therapist prior to surgery is a must just as important as a great surgeon. Preferably a place that you have a DPT (who has dry needling credentials if needed much later )where you will have the same therapist every visit.
You will need help as I was not allowed to use arm at all to lift anything for 2 weeks. Even after took a while
Lots pillows
Recliner for sleeping
Dry shampoo as I was not allowed to shower for a week, was miserable!
Eventually get set of theraband pulleys for home but wait til therapist has you doing it. As long as surgeon has done their part tell therapist any issues you are having they know when to send you back to the surgeon, if need be
It’s not a sprint but a marathon
Positive attitude goes a long way, it’s a long recovery
My therapist gave me a lifetime exercise regimen for my shoulder which I still do today! Eventually a heating pad can come into play but not for a long time.
Lot of work on our part but we’ll worth it!
For some reason I had a lot of nausea and vomiting for a while post op so I carried my anti nausea meds with me, but haven’t heard that happening to anyone else.
you can watch utube video of an actual total shoulder replacement surgery
Also get 1/2 lb 1 lb 3 lb etc weights for home do not use til instructed