Recovering After Rotator Cuff Surgery: Addressing Limited Overhead Movement
- Consult Your Doctor: Before any exercises, get personalized guidance from your surgeon on healing progress and limitations.
- Complete Physical Therapy: A therapist can design a tailored program, possibly including overhead exercises.
- Start with Passive Range of Motion: Move the arm through full range without active muscle use (e.g., assisted by other arm or a helper).
- Progress to Active Range of Motion: Actively move the arm (raise front, side); gradually increase complexity as strength improves.
- Incorporate Strengthening Exercises: Build rotator cuff strength (shoulder presses, lateral raises, external rotations).
- Gradually Increase Intensity: Start low resistance/reps; increase as strength improves; focus on form.
- Be Patient: Full recovery may take several months to a year. Consistency and gradual progression prevent setbacks.
Follow your doctor's instructions and progress gradually.
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