After suffering a shoulder injury, one may need surgical intervention to the rotator cuff to remain physically active and participate in sports. Normally, the recovery process from this type of surgery takes roughly four to six months before you can resume sports and work out at the gym. The amount of time it takes to recover will be based on the severity of the injury and the complexity of the procedure. During your consultation with your orthopedic surgeon, you will be provided with an expected timeline of when you will be able to get back to the gym. Thomas & Bigler Knee & Shoulder Institute, led by established board certified orthopedic surgeons Dr. Steven C. Thomas and Dr. Gregory T. Bigler provides rotator cuff surgery to patients in Las Vegas, Nevada as well as greater Pahrump, Bullhead City, Lake Havasu, and Mesquite, NV.
Rotator Cuff Surgery Recovery
After undergoing surgery on your shoulder, it is essential to carefully follow the directions of your surgeon to prevent any further injury. This includes wearing an arm sling continuously on a daily basis and beginning physical therapy a few weeks later. You can expect to get back your regular range of motion by doing a set of exercises under the observation of your surgeon and physical therapist. To ensure that your shoulder remains secure, you should continue doing the exercises that you learned from physical therapy for the next four to six months.
Returning to the Gym
When you’re able to resume your gym activities, it is important to warm up with stretching and physical therapy exercises for 15-20 minutes. During the initial weeks, it is essential to refrain from strenuous activities involving the shoulder and slowly progress to the usual routine over a few weeks. Overuse of the shoulder is one of the main causes of injury. After your workout, it is also important to do the cool-down exercises that your physical therapist has instructed you to do in order to avoid the muscles from getting tense. This should take 20-30 minutes and will protect the shoulder after your surgery. Thomas & Bigler Knee & Shoulder Institute, led by established board certified orthopedic surgeons Dr. Steven C. Thomas and Dr. Gregory T. Bigler provides rotator cuff surgery to patients in Las Vegas, Nevada as well as greater Pahrump, Bullhead City, Lake Havasu, and Mesquite, NV.
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