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Rotator Cuff full tear and retraction of supraspinatus tendon

Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Aug 23, 2023 | Replies (58)
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@jerseyjames

Thanks Colleen,

I suspect I could have been clearer about the non-athletic description. It was based on my observation that my surgical practice, and many others I suspect, see two types of patients: The HS and college athletes who need a repair so they can get back to baseball/football practice, and the others (many of a certain age) who fell or slipped...even though we all have been warned.

Generalizing, I know.....but I suspect directionally correct.

I just wanted to convey that I am in the latter group having lost my fast ball in the 80's. As far as putting in the work, I've got a basement full of ceiling pulleys, counter-weights, stretch bands, etc. And unlike the other exercise stuff down there, I religiously use them every other day and go to a PT center weekly to ensure that I am making progress. I'm told the progress is good, if a bit slower than I would like. But, like so many, I probably could use some therapy on improved patience. Generalizing again.

Thanks again to you and all the others for the input.

Jim

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Oct 31, 2022

That's a good clarification, Jim. That's fabulous that you are physically active and have the space and gear to do it. I've left my cartwheels in the 80s or 90s along side your fastball. 🙂

PT is slow and the reward is not immediate, which can be frustrating. But the result can be longer lasting. It sounds like your dedication is paying off. As things get better, I think your patience will too.

What tips do you have for others who find it hard to commit to daily or every other day of those boring PT exercises? For me, it was putting in my calendar and making it a non-negotiable.

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