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Originally Posted by sarahsweets
OMG. My husband found video of my actual surgery on youtube made by an orthopedic group. It looks so gross and painful. I have had other surgeries before but this one is the most involved and with the most (anticipated) pain. I know it is a good thing but I am so nervous. My mom is a nurse in the recovery unit and she cant take care of me but she can watch over me. I know they do the nerve block before the procedure. I have dythskenisia, adhd, fidgeting and I wont be allowed to smoke. I told my mother how anxious I was and she said she would mention it to the doctor so they could give me a little something while waiting. I hope they are able to. If anyone can handle gross stuff look up 'rotator cuff repair' and watch one of the videos. Also, has anyone been given something to slightly chill through the iv while waiting for a procedure like mine? It will have to be through the iv because my mom told me absolutely nothing should be in there. Thoughts and comments welcome.
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My husband had surgery on both shoulders one for a labrel tear and other a rotator cuff and bone spur.
First Labrel year he was in a sling for 8 weeks and PT 3 times a week to be honest he’s a tough guy and it was awful.
The rotator cuff and bone spur was somewhat easier but quality PT is a must.
End result he lost ROM in both shoulders , right worse than left.
He used hunt and peck left arm with right shoulder for 8 weeks
The rotator left was back for short periods using both hands in about 3 weeks for short amounts of time.
Side note ask surgeon about post op pain relief so many doctors are giving less and less medications due to this opioid crisis going on which can effect your recovery.
I wish you the best and talk to text sounds so helpful.
