I had biceps tenodesis and subacromial decompression surgery on my left shoulder 11 weeks ago (2/26/2007). I started my stretching exercises the day after surgery (as prescibed) and have been stretching religiously twice a day for at least an hour ... PT two to three times a week ... 3 advil before I stretch because there's a lot of inflammation ... I use lots of ice ... I haven't been in the pool yet to kick because the thought of a bathing suit strap on my shoulder makes me cringe...
My passive range of motion numbers are: flexion 140°, abduction 105°, IR (at 90°) 20°, ER (at 90°) 40°, IR (at 45°) 40°, ER (at 45°) 35°.
Because of the inflammation and because my PROM numbers aren't where they should at this point, my PT and my OS want me to have a cortisone shot. Has anyone had an issue with inflammation this long after surgery? Has anyone had a cortisone shot this soon after surgery? Are my PT and OS being impatient? Am I screwing up my recovery by not having the shot?
I had a cortisone shot two years ago, which worked like a charm for 18 months. My second shot was 8 weeks pre-surgery and was not effective. This will be my third.
He is a orthopedic specializing in sports medicine....does a lot of the Braves and Falcons surgeries. I asked if I could have a cortisone shot because I heard it decreased inflammation and pain. He felt very strongly against the cortisone shots. He said it is just a temporary fix to the problem and can actually create more
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First off, beth, who did your surgery? I had my knee surgery done by the orthopedic surgeon for the Falcons and Thrashers. Might be the same man.
Secondly, and back to the original question, I would hesitate to doa cortisone shot so soon. Personally I would want to give it a bit more time. I'm not one in favor of cortisone since, after many of them, they can create bone weakness. So I personally avoid them if I can .
Alison
He is a orthopedic specializing in sports medicine....does a lot of the Braves and Falcons surgeries. I asked if I could have a cortisone shot because I heard it decreased inflammation and pain. He felt very strongly against the cortisone shots. He said it is just a temporary fix to the problem and can actually create more
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First off, beth, who did your surgery? I had my knee surgery done by the orthopedic surgeon for the Falcons and Thrashers. Might be the same man.
Secondly, and back to the original question, I would hesitate to doa cortisone shot so soon. Personally I would want to give it a bit more time. I'm not one in favor of cortisone since, after many of them, they can create bone weakness. So I personally avoid them if I can .
Alison
