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Hello! I am 45 yes old I had a total shoulder replacement done in 2019 in Baton Rouge, La. It was the best thing for me. Pain relief and range of motion have been spectacular. My only challenge has been finding, setting, and honoring my limitations. Because I feel so much better and have longed to have full mobility of my right shoulder and arm I can get carried away. So I have to limit weight and repetitive things to a bare minimum. I do have fears about having to eventually having a reversal in the future. There has already been some arthritic changes around the prothstisis in my bone. I was told to "ride it out" by my orthopedic surgeon. I would love to hear from anyone with similar concerns. I love my replacement! I can sleep better, I can lay on my arm. I still toss and turn. I have to keep taking moloxicam 15mg and Tylenol as needed. I can reach above and behind more than before! My doctor used technology to map out my surgery and custom fit my prothstisis in advance to my surgery using MRI technology. I have no screws! I hope this is helpful.