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What Medication Is Suggested For Rotatory Cuff Tear?
hi. i had a fall from a running vehicle 1-1/2 months back. doctor told me that i had a rotatorty cuff tear. I used cling for 4 weeks. Its been 2 weeks since im off sling. I am exercising as adviced by doc, even then im not able to lift my hand beyond 90 degrees. How long will it take for me to use my hand normally
Mon, 18 Nov 2019
Hello,
Most rotator cuff repairs take approximately six months of rehabilitation to regain as full as possible range of motion, shoulder strength and function. Meanwhile, I suggest to continue physiotherapy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Most rotator cuff repairs take approximately six months of rehabilitation to regain as full as possible range of motion, shoulder strength and function. Meanwhile, I suggest to continue physiotherapy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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