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.
It's been four weeks and I'm thrilled at how much more range and strength I have and not nearly as much pain. I know I still have a couple more months to go but I am very encouraged. Last week I was able to do little *** stroke and take a few strokes of freestyle.
Glad it's getting better. I just remembered that I had a friend who had the same situtation as you. She ended up having a 2nd surgery and is fine now but went through a lot to get better.
I just had a cortisone shot in my wrist last Friday. Not sure if it helped or not since I'm still in pain but my swimming feels stronger. I hope you feel stronger soon, too.
Alison
It's been four weeks and I'm thrilled at how much more range and strength I have and not nearly as much pain. I know I still have a couple more months to go but I am very encouraged. Last week I was able to do little *** stroke and take a few strokes of freestyle.
Glad it's getting better. I just remembered that I had a friend who had the same situtation as you. She ended up having a 2nd surgery and is fine now but went through a lot to get better.
I just had a cortisone shot in my wrist last Friday. Not sure if it helped or not since I'm still in pain but my swimming feels stronger. I hope you feel stronger soon, too.
Alison