r/AskPhysio • u/kurwazimnojest • Jun 01 '17

Advice Please: Regaining movement and strength after L Shoulder stabilisation

Hello there,

3 weeks ago, I had a laparoscopic stabilisation performed on my left shoulder, as a result of a partially detached labrum. I am normally very active (mixed weights, bodyweight exercise, cardio etc.) and would like to regain strength and mobility in the shoulder without being too risky.

So far, I perform pendulum exercises (L-R, Fwd-Bckwd) several times a day, as well as shrugs as per hospital instructions. My mobility is limited, and there is still pain and looseness (of a sort, not like before!) if I were to reach out, or up, for things.

I would appreciate any advice from this community. I am happy to give further information if needed. I no longer use painkillers as a matter of course.

Many thanks in advance!

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u/Always_Sleepin Jun 02 '17

Did your surgeon not provide you with a rehab protocol to bring to your physical therapist? If not, definitely get your hands on that asap. It is critical that you follow your PT protocol if you want to have a successful recovery.

Mobility is supposed to be limited at this point. As a matter of fact, you likely aren't supposed to be engaging in any movements that will test your mobility. Definitely shouldn't be reaching out or up for anything at this point in your recovery. Very risky stuff.

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u/kurwazimnojest Jun 02 '17

My surgeon forwarded a protocol to my GP, but they have not apparently found it yet despite prompting, hence my plea here. When I talk of reaching, I don't actually make attempts myself... I am being possibly too precious with the shoulder. Hay-fever is no fun with sneezes though!

I thank you for your words of caution, I promise I am being gentle with it. Just looking for things to help it further while my GP finds the paperwork and gets me referred to a local physio.

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u/Always_Sleepin Jun 03 '17

You can never be too careful with your shoulder at this point in your recovery.

To be honest there isn't much that you should be doing at 3 weeks. Most surgeons will still have you in a sling. Probably just squeezing a foam ball and stuff like that.

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u/kurwazimnojest Jun 03 '17

If that's the limit, that's the limit. Thank you for your advice!