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Suggest Treatment For Limited Range Of Motion In Shoulders And Arms

Posted on Mon, 16 Feb 2015

Question: I had reverse shoulder replacement in July. I completed the rehab therapy and have continued the exercises at home. At present I have limited range of motion in shoulders and arms, and the pain is at 5 most of the. I also have a popping sensation in my left lats area and it feels like my bones are out of place. The last time I visited the doc he thought my pain was unremarkable, but I feel like my strength is going downhill. I am a 70 yr. Old male with type II.

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
can be possibility of rotator cuff weakness post reverse shoulder rep

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have studied your case.

There can be possibility of rotator cuff weakness post reverse shoulder replacement.
You may need Ultrasonography or if possible MRI /X ray to see alignment of implant and peri implant osteopenia.

You may consult physiotherapist for further guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. He will guide you for active and against resistance shoulder exercises.
If possible consult orthopedic surgeon who has not operated on you for unbiased treatment and investigation.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health

Take care.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju