Shoulder Replacement Recovery: A Phase-by-Phase Guide to Getting Your Shoulder Back

Physical therapist guiding patient through shoulder replacement rehabilitation at Intecore Physical Therapy Southern California

Recovery from shoulder replacement surgery takes 4 to 6 months for most daily activities, and 9 to 12 months to reach full strength and functional use. Physical therapy begins within the first few days of surgery and continues through formal outpatient rehab for 3 to 4 months. Reverse shoulder replacement typically allows earlier active movement…

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My Arthroscopic Surgeries and Recovery, by Bradon Griffith, ATC, PTA, CSCS

What to Expect After an Arthroscopic Shoulder or Knee Surgery   Having experienced two knee and one shoulder arthroscopies, I could be considered an expert in the recovery process.  Many patients ask me, what should I expect after surgery?  What is the rehabilitation process going to be like? Well, I tell them this: pain is…

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