Recovering from rotator cuff surgery doesn’t have to be a drawn-out and complicated process. With the help of Roscoe Physiotherapy, you can finally get back to living the active lifestyle you love and doing more of what matters.
If you’re preparing for rotator cuff surgery, you’re probably wondering how you can get back to life as normal as fast as possible. One of the best ways to ensure a successful recovery is through physical therapy. When you have physical therapy after rotator cuff surgery, you’re rebuilding the strength and mobility that were lost with your injury and making improvements that will last.
Working with a physical therapist post-rotator cuff surgery speeds up your recovery and gets you better results than those who decide not to work with a physical therapist for their rehabilitation - and our team of experts is ready to show you why!
Recover Better from Rotator Cuff Surgery
Rotator cuff tears are typically due to overuse or a sudden injury to the shoulder, and can cause pain and weakness that halt your normal life. While partial tears to your rotator cuff can heal with treatments like physical therapy, a full rotator cuff tear usually requires surgical intervention to heal properly.
Unfortunately, pain and mobility issues from rotator cuff tears make it difficult to do what you love, and can have a serious impact on your quality of life. Those who undergo rotator cuff surgery can see major improvements to their physical and mental health, along with the confidence boost that comes with being able to enjoy your favorite activities again!
From the excitement of moving without pain and restriction in your shoulder to struggling with pain or swelling, the journey to full recovery can be physically and emotionally challenging. That’s why having a team on your side who knows what you’re going through can make all the difference in your recovery.
Post-Surgical Rotator Cuff Physical Therapy
Working with a physical therapy expert at Roscoe PT after your rotator cuff surgery means you’ll get a personalized treatment plan tailored to your individual needs, so you can get back in the game and start enjoying the activities you love again. What’s more, you’ll have all the help and support you need every step of the way, so you can confidently break down barriers and see the meaningful progress you want.
Here are some of the reasons physical therapy after rotator cuff surgery is vital for a successful recovery:
Managing Pain
Your physical therapist will use a variety of techniques, such as manual therapy and gentle exercises, to improve circulation and reduce swelling around the surgical site. These techniques promote healing, and reduce pain and inflammation.
Training for Important Daily Movements
After rotator cuff surgery, it’s important to safely practice everyday movements like reaching and lifting before moving like you used to. It’s even more important to make sure your shoulder is strong and stable before getting back into activities and sports that have the potential for reinjury, such as lifting weights, throwing a football, swinging a bat or racket, or any other movements that place stress on your shoulder.
Regaining Strength
The muscles around your shoulder lose strength when they aren't being used because of injury or trauma. Physical therapy exercises are key to restoring strength and stability in the muscles around your shoulder, which can help alleviate pain and pressure in your shoulder joint.
Preventing Movement Compensation
A common occurrence after surgery is to move in a way that avoids the pain and weakness in your shoulder, leading to compensation patterns. Your physical therapist helps make sure you’re moving correctly, so you aren’t putting extra stress on other parts of your body.
Improving Range
of Motion
Rotator cuff surgeries lead to stiffness and reduced flexibility in your shoulder. Your physical therapist will guide you through exercises that improve the mobility of your shoulder and restore normal movement.
Returning to Work
Whether you need to be ready to perform certain duties on the job site, or be ready to pick up your grandkids throughout the day, your physical therapy treatments are tailored to your personal needs. Whatever your movement goals are, your physical therapist will build you a plan for success.
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Making the decision to include physical therapy as part of your rehabilitation after rotator cuff surgery is one of the best ways to achieve a full recovery. With the help of RoscoePT, you’ll be able to experience the long-lasting benefits of physical therapy, beat the pain, and live the active and fulfilling lifestyle you love. We can’t wait to meet you!
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