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Need advice about rehab from shoulder surgery
Posted on 1/29/18 at 11:27 am
Posted on 1/29/18 at 11:27 am
My labrum has a 360 degree tear and my supraspinatus is mostly torn. I have no pain in shoulder any more but MRI showed this. I am contemplating surgery but wonder if anyone has experience rehabbing from this type of surgery. How long did it take? What was the worst part?
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Posted on 1/29/18 at 11:28 am to TSS4LSU
First, how old are you? The shoulder DOES NOT LIKE SURGERY
Posted on 1/29/18 at 11:28 am to TSS4LSU
I got it done, coached baseball for a few years until kids couldn’t keep up with the heater.
Then I threw 98 in a tryout wearing tennis shoes and jeans right after I just changed a shitty diaper
Then I threw 98 in a tryout wearing tennis shoes and jeans right after I just changed a shitty diaper
Posted on 1/29/18 at 11:29 am to TSS4LSU
Need the backstory before we can help
Posted on 1/29/18 at 11:32 am to Thib-a-doe Tiger
Your mechanics were terrible.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 11:33 am to TSS4LSU
It’s not gonna fix itself. You can do PT/rehab to strengthen the area around the labrum.
If you are still young I’d get it fixed.
If you are still young I’d get it fixed.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 11:36 am to TSS4LSU
Be prepared to cry, had both mine done at age 21
I would 100% not do it if you aren’t having pain. Go to PT and learn how to strengthen it, get surgery when pain becomes unbearable
I would 100% not do it if you aren’t having pain. Go to PT and learn how to strengthen it, get surgery when pain becomes unbearable
This post was edited on 1/29/18 at 11:38 am
Posted on 1/29/18 at 12:09 pm to TSS4LSU
Do not delay, get the surgery ASAP so you can start rehab. The tears will not heal themselves.
Your damage sounds very similar to mine. Surgery, then 5-6 weeks of that goddamn sling 24 hours a day, then about 6 months of PT. 3x/week for a while, then down to weekly with home exercises. First part of PT is getting range of motion back it hurts and sucks, later part is building strength and flexibility.
Seriously, get it done. It'll suck for while but I've had no issues since.
Your damage sounds very similar to mine. Surgery, then 5-6 weeks of that goddamn sling 24 hours a day, then about 6 months of PT. 3x/week for a while, then down to weekly with home exercises. First part of PT is getting range of motion back it hurts and sucks, later part is building strength and flexibility.
Seriously, get it done. It'll suck for while but I've had no issues since.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 12:21 pm to TechDawg2007
quote:It also does not like to sublux every time anything athletically is done.
The shoulder DOES NOT LIKE SURGERY
Get the surgery. It will take you about 4-6 months to fully rehab. If you don't have surgery your shoulder will pop out often if you are active.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 12:33 pm to TSS4LSU
Had surgery in September of 16. Two different PT cycles for almost a year. Workout regularly. Can’t sleep. Still hurts all the time. Anything above my head will drop me to my knees. My labrum was destroyed in a wreck.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 1:08 pm to TheCurmudgeon
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Your damage sounds very similar to mine. Surgery, then 5-6 weeks of that goddamn sling 24 hours a day, then about 6 months of PT. 3x/week for a while, then down to weekly with home exercises. First part of PT is getting range of motion back it hurts and sucks, later part is building strength and flexibility.
Seriously, get it done. It'll suck for while but I've had no issues since
this is my experience, pretty much exactly.
and if you're right handed, start practicing wiping with your left now. that was weird
Posted on 1/29/18 at 1:12 pm to TSS4LSU
I’ve had surgery on same shoulder twice, first time they made a huge cut (long as f to heal), second time was arthroscopic, I’m happy I had it done, but be prepared for a slight loss of motion and long rehab
This post was edited on 1/29/18 at 1:14 pm
Posted on 1/29/18 at 1:16 pm to TSS4LSU
I had the same thing: torn labrum, plus a stretched shoulder cavity and a bone spur that needed shaving in my joint.
I can tell you honestly to avoid surgery unless you need it. I had the surgery and it was one of the most painful things I have experienced in my life (and I have had a few other very intense surgeries).
The rehab was very tough. Shoulders do not like being operated on, and its a long road to recovery.
I still cant throw a ball like I used to (football or baseball), and have issues drawing my bow back when hunting every now and then. I would say my shoulder operates at 80%.
Im happy to answer any questions you may have, baw.
I can tell you honestly to avoid surgery unless you need it. I had the surgery and it was one of the most painful things I have experienced in my life (and I have had a few other very intense surgeries).
The rehab was very tough. Shoulders do not like being operated on, and its a long road to recovery.
I still cant throw a ball like I used to (football or baseball), and have issues drawing my bow back when hunting every now and then. I would say my shoulder operates at 80%.
Im happy to answer any questions you may have, baw.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 2:20 pm to TigerFan4040
Had mine done almost three years ago...I'm late 40's - a physician and surgeon (not orthopedist). Mine hurt, couldn't play tennis, couldn't throw a baseball or football, couldn't use my right arm over my head, hurt during my sleep.
I had arthroscopic Mumford procedure and repair of a SLAP type of labral tear, rehab was not not fun, I would say 9 months to get back to pretty much normal and truly pain free. I had a really good rehab program, and was gingerly hitting ground strokes at about 12 weeks post op, and progressed to fully playing tennis and throwing by 6 mos. I'm pain free now - arm is as live as it ever was, and significantly better than had been over the preceding few years. I think I was in a sling around 4 weeks. The surgery was worth it - my injury had stopped me from doing things I enjoyed, so it wasn't a difficult decision for me to go ahead. I did not have a rotator cuff tear fortunately.
If you aren't having a significant impingement on quality of life, and baseline pain isn't a problem, you might just be able to go with injection and rehab to a point that allows you to do all you need, and if that is the case, avoiding surgery is never a bad idea.
I had arthroscopic Mumford procedure and repair of a SLAP type of labral tear, rehab was not not fun, I would say 9 months to get back to pretty much normal and truly pain free. I had a really good rehab program, and was gingerly hitting ground strokes at about 12 weeks post op, and progressed to fully playing tennis and throwing by 6 mos. I'm pain free now - arm is as live as it ever was, and significantly better than had been over the preceding few years. I think I was in a sling around 4 weeks. The surgery was worth it - my injury had stopped me from doing things I enjoyed, so it wasn't a difficult decision for me to go ahead. I did not have a rotator cuff tear fortunately.
If you aren't having a significant impingement on quality of life, and baseline pain isn't a problem, you might just be able to go with injection and rehab to a point that allows you to do all you need, and if that is the case, avoiding surgery is never a bad idea.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 2:30 pm to TSS4LSU
First off -- Shoulder surgery SUCKS.
I tore my labrum and had surgery almost three years ago to have three sutures put in to reattach it along with the shaving down of some bone.
I was 31 at the time and had been working out since 7th grade, so I'm used to doing the exercises and all that needed for PT.
It was absolute hell and one of the most painful and difficult things I've ever had to do.
If you do it -- make sure you have a recliner. Even then it will be months before you get any decent sleep.
Having said that, if you have to do it just bite the bullet.
My right arm basically quit working. I had no strength in it anymore and couldn't even hold anything with my arm bent at the elbow. Tried PT -- it wasn't going to work.
Shoulder surgery is an absolute last resort and make sure your surgeon is top notch.
Good luck
I tore my labrum and had surgery almost three years ago to have three sutures put in to reattach it along with the shaving down of some bone.
I was 31 at the time and had been working out since 7th grade, so I'm used to doing the exercises and all that needed for PT.
It was absolute hell and one of the most painful and difficult things I've ever had to do.
If you do it -- make sure you have a recliner. Even then it will be months before you get any decent sleep.
Having said that, if you have to do it just bite the bullet.
My right arm basically quit working. I had no strength in it anymore and couldn't even hold anything with my arm bent at the elbow. Tried PT -- it wasn't going to work.
Shoulder surgery is an absolute last resort and make sure your surgeon is top notch.
Good luck
Posted on 1/29/18 at 2:34 pm to TSS4LSU
Mine got so bad to where my shoulder would slip out of socket in my sleep. It was totally worth it for me. Haven't had any issues since then.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 2:37 pm to TigerFan4040
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I had the surgery and it was one of the most painful things I have experienced in my life (and I have had a few other very intense surgeries).
Mine never got back to normal either. I can still lift pretty heavy for my size, but if I go too heavy my shoulder swells up and it's a bitch.
Advice if you do do it
A) Get spray on deodorant
B) Have a bunch of pre-cooked food ready for when you get out
C) buy a shoulder harness that holds ice packs
Mine was $65 at Dick's and it holds three ice packs. I promise you it will be the best money you ever spend.
You'll have to ice the thing constantly and it is really hard to ice that area. The shoulder deal will hold the ice and allow you to move around while doing it. I cannot recommend one enough
Posted on 1/29/18 at 3:01 pm to TSS4LSU
BPC-157
Posted on 1/29/18 at 3:03 pm to TSS4LSU
I do not envy you. I fricked up my shoulder just sleeping on it wrong and it's still a bitch.
Can't imagine what post surgery will be like.
Prayers for you.
Can't imagine what post surgery will be like.
Prayers for you.
Posted on 1/29/18 at 3:07 pm to TSS4LSU
I had my labrum repair done by Charles Walker and Bone and Joint. I was given a 24 hour nerve blocker. Walker makes you moved the repaired arm with your good arm every two hours after surgery. This keeps the scar tissue from forming. I had mine on a Friday and by Tuesday I was back at work typing. 100% 6 months later.
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