Shoulder Pain

9 Ways to Decrease Shoulder Pain after a Total Shoulder Replacement

9 Ways to Decrease Shoulder Pain after a Total Shoulder Replacement

A total shoulder replacement is a common orthopedic procedure to fix Osteoarthritis. Even though the surgery is becoming more common it can still be painful during the first 1-2 weeks post-operative. At times early in the recovery, it can seem that the pain is severe and difficult to get control of even with pain medication. […]

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Weightlifting after a Total Shoulder Replacement: Tips, Timelines, and Instructions

Weightlifting After A Total Shoulder Replacement Tips And Instructions

Weightlifting is a great way to maintain weight, increase strength, and prevent weight gain. If you have had a total shoulder replacement surgery, then weightlifting may be something that you want to consider or return to. For some people, weightlifting can even help in the healing process of their shoulder replacement. However, it needs to

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Cardio After Shoulder Surgery: What Type of Cardio Exercise is Safe to Do?

Cardio After Shoulder Surgery What Type of Cardio Exercise is Safe to Do

Cardiovascular exercises are an important part of a healthy lifestyle. After shoulder surgery, cardio exercise can be safe and beneficial for your recovery if done properly. These types of cardio exercises include: riding a stationary bike, walking, running, swimming, stair climbers, and elliptical machines. However, it is always advised to wait until certain points in

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Pain 1 Year After Total Shoulder Replacement: What You Need to Know

Pain 1 Year After Total Shoulder Replacement

Pain 1 year after total shoulder replacement can be tough, but it is important to know what pain is normal and what pain isn’t. Once you have surgery, the expectation is that the pain and limitation are fixed and should be working perfectly. It can be frustrating when your shoulder doesn’t progress after surgery the

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How Long Will a Total Shoulder Replacement Last: A Comprehensive Guide

How Long Will a Total Shoulder Replacement Last

The total shoulder replacement is a surgical procedure that replaces the head of the arm bone, or Humerus, and the socket on the shoulder blade with artificial parts. The number of total shoulder replacements performed each year is increasing exponentially, as nearly 53,000 are done each year. As more people are undergoing a shoulder replacement,

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Pain 6 Months After a Shoulder Replacement – What You Should Know

Pain 6 Months After A Shoulder Replacement – What You Should Know

Many people have total shoulder replacements, and it can be hard to know how things will turn out. Will the pain go away? Will the pain be worse after surgery? How long will the pain be present? Will I regain strength in my arm? To answer these questions, we’ll review what’s normal, what’s abnormal, and

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What to Avoid Before a Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery

What to Avoid Before Shoulder Replacement

The pain in your shoulder has reached an all-time, excruciating high. You’ve tried cortisone injections, physical therapy, and even stopped doing all the things you love to avoid pain and suffering.  Sound familiar? If so, you’ve probably already scheduled your total shoulder replacement. Before heading into the operation room, there are a few things you

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When is the Best Time of Year for a Total Shoulder Replacement?

When is the best time of year for a total shoulder replacement?

Has a grinding sensation in your shoulder brought your daily life to a screeching halt? Whether your shoulder pain stems from a severe fracture or, more commonly, arthritis, a total shoulder replacement might be your best course of action. If you and your doctor have exhausted all other treatment options, chances are a total shoulder

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When is the Right Time for a Shoulder Replacement?

When is the right time?

Are you experiencing shoulder pain? Have you noticed a decline in your ability to reach things overhead? Do you have difficulty sleeping at night? These all may be signs of something called shoulder arthritis.  This condition is typically caused by the wear and tear of your shoulder joint over time. Without proper care, this condition

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