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Rotator Cuff repair X 2 advice needed
Skyvalhunter:
Had a buddy do both in a short time to cut down the total time off for recovery. His wife was a good help around the house for that time. Turned out well and splitting wood after PT
westside bull:
Had mine done in 2018. 10 weeks is fast but doable your going to be down and out so why not do it. You will need help with things so get it done during the winter months.
Ghost Hunter:
--- Quote from: baldopepper on January 26, 2025, 08:36:58 PM ---What kind of tear do have? Partial, complete or complete with retraction? I have a complete with retraction and shoulder specialist told me that at my age (did it at 75) surgery was not advisable.Old tendons are like trying to tie into old clothe, just likely to tear again. Did the intensive pt and have kept at it.Now 3 years later arm is about 80% with no pain. Have several friends who've gone ahead with the surgery with mixed results. Good luck with it, but 2nd opinions are not a bad idea. Surgery is a long, intensive recovery.
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All of the above and at 71 looks like I'm going to live with it. 2nd MRI showed full tear that wasn't even on the radar with 1st MRI. Surgery not recommended, been approved for a few 15-minute sessions of PT. Not much of a gambler when I know what the odds are, and time keeps rolling on.
Wood2Sawdust:
I had my first MRI last August did PT through hunting put off surgery till March so I would be able to shovel snow and plow. PT seemed to be making it worse. I live 5 miles up dirt private roads and need to be able to take care of things. Might have to wait a year for second one.
baldopepper:
I have noticed that among my friends who've had the surgery those younger, still in their 50"s or early 60,'s, and in good shape going in, had pretty good results. Those older and not in good shape, particularly over weight, didn't fare so well. Might be a good idea to do all you can to try to be in good shape prior to surgery
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