There are four factors to consider when not to have rotator cuff surgery; age, activity level, size of tear, and type of tear.
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How long after rotator cuff surgery can you drive?
You should avoid driving for at least 6 to 12 weeks after rotator cuff surgery. This is to allow your shoulder time to heal and to prevent any further injury.
Subscapularis tendon tear: causes, treatment, and symptoms
A subscapularis tendon tear is a tear of the subscapularis tendon. This tendon attaches the subscapularis muscle to the upper arm bone (humerus). It helps to rotate the arm inward and stabilize the shoulder joint. A tear of the subscapularis tendon can cause pain and difficulty rotating the arm.
Rotator Cuff Surgery Guide
Rotator cuff surgery- what it is, how it’s performed and what to expect afterward. How soon can you drive, how to shower, and other questions
How to Measure Shoulder Range of Motion
Measuring your shoulder range of motion is important for two reasons. First, it allows you to track your progress as […]
What is Frozen Shoulder?
This article answers all your questions about Frozen Shoulder – symptoms, causes and treatments are explored in depth in this post.
How To Increase Range of Motion in Shoulder
To increase range of motion in the shoulder, we must look at the 3 contributing factors: the human, muscles, and […]
What is Normal Range of Motion for Shoulder
The normal shoulder range of motion is 157° -162° for Forward Flexion, 148°-152° for Abduction, and 53° - 59° [...]
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What Causes Frozen Shoulder?
The exact cause of frozen shoulder is unknown, but it is thought to be due to inflammation or scarring within […]
What are the ranges of motion of the shoulder?
Flexion, Abduction, Extension, External Rotation, Internal Rotation, and circumduction. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons states that the normal range [...]
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