I have been having tendonitis problems in my right shoulder. I stopped swimming for a week and a half to give it a rest. I also took ibuprofen and started doing more exercises to strengthen my shoulder. After getting back in the water today, I was extremely disappointed to find out that it now hurts even more. Any suggestions? Thanks.
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But the process of going there for 4 weeks 2x a week didn't really help me.
My experience may have been different. I went weekly for several weeks but did the exercises at home daily (and continue to do so). The orthopedist recommended at least six months of therapy before considering surgery. After six months I did notice improvement. I added yardage slowly, threw away the paddles, and cautiously began swimming fly again (after several months). For me it was a very slow process. Initially I experienced pain after 1500 yards or less, and I was using antiinflammatory drugs daily. I think the key to successful PT is the home program.
But the process of going there for 4 weeks 2x a week didn't really help me.
My experience may have been different. I went weekly for several weeks but did the exercises at home daily (and continue to do so). The orthopedist recommended at least six months of therapy before considering surgery. After six months I did notice improvement. I added yardage slowly, threw away the paddles, and cautiously began swimming fly again (after several months). For me it was a very slow process. Initially I experienced pain after 1500 yards or less, and I was using antiinflammatory drugs daily. I think the key to successful PT is the home program.
