Shoulder replacement post-op period

Are you having a TSR or a RTS. I had reverse total shoulder in 2019. You can watch video of surgery on line. I watched it post surgery. I looked for a physical therapist and lucked out with a dr in physical therapy, all kinds of credentials to include dry needling. He had shoulder surgery and had rehabbed himself. Your physical therapist is as important as an excellent surgeon. I got some shirts from reboundwear.com that are awesome for shoulder replacement have zippers everywhere great to wear even with sling. Sleeping in a recliner is what I did for 6 weeks even though they wanted 8 weeks. It was my dominant arm as well. Couldn’t use it at all wasn’t even allowed to lift a pencil with it. I put an end table on each side recliner for meds etc. cryocuff machine was my go to for pain control. Pt started at 2 weeks ( I should have listened to my surgeon and done 8-12 weeks pt prior as they strengthen muscles that will need to take over for having no rotator cuff anymore) It took 3 1/2 months before I was able to drive, that’s not the case for everyone. I had to have someone give me a shower, wash my hair, dress me, etc. Everyone’s experience is different. Had it done in winter and I would go for daily walks in the house and outside. Bring a pillow in car, I felt every little bump. It took me many months before I could cut my food.
Positive attitude goes a long way I used capes outside since I couldn’t wear a winter coat.
I just used my left hand for reading wasn’t easy but worked. Kids got me something online ghost held my iPad and then used my non dominant hand. Hope this helps.