I had total reverse shoulder replacement after an unsuccessful lower trapezius tendon transfer last fall. I was hoping to get back on the tennis court. Today I'm pretty much pain free, have played some tennis, have done PT faithfully, and lift 45 pound suitcases around airports and hotels. I will get back to tennis, having a right hand a couple of inches longer will make it easier to cover the alley 🙂 . My surgeon's approach was if you can do it before the surgery you hopefully will be able to do it after the surgery. The downside was lack of strength in my right arm after almost a year of non use. As a result, I'm working with a trainer, twice a week, on balance and strength training. It is really helping. I have almost full range of motion....except in the small of my back....but even that is better. If you have the surgery, the only advice I'd give is make SURE you get a nerve block catheter for the pain. It made my recovery much easier and I only took one or two heavy pain killers in my whole recovery. I'm 68, walk daily, and lead an active life..... you can too :-).....

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