“I am going to have complete shoulder replacement in December. Would this be good to use on my shoulder after Physical Therapy.”
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Shoulders are tricky. Although I've not had mine replaced, I have had two rotator cuff & one bicep tendon repair done.. Depending on your activity level once you're discharged from PT, I would think you would be fine to use it. However, be certain to check w/ your doctor and physical therapist, to be certain you have no restrictions.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I would say yes, with 3 caveats. First, ask your Physical Therapist to show you how to properly use it. If they don’t know, find a PT who does. Most should know. Second, talk with your doctor/surgeon before starting to use it. Make sure you are healed enough from the actual surgery so you won’t do any damage. Third, follow the instructions in the box (look carefully they are easily missed) and on the downloadable app on which attachment (“nub” or tip) to use on which body part. My mother had rotator cuff and knee replacement surgery this year. She started using this and loves it. It has helped her immensely! I might add that she uses it on OTHER muscle groups that “flare up” or are strained as a result of PT for surgical areas. For example, her lower back, hamstrings, thighs, upper back and shoulder blade areas. We rarely, if ever, use the device directly on the surgical area. Hope this helps!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, but With caution. Consult you PT on the best way to use this. I’m a former massage therapist, and a general rule of thumb I say is, if it hurts, don’t do it, where self care is concerned. If it feels good or “hurts good” then you’re doing it right.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.You need to work with your physical therapist on this one. I would definitely follow her instructions in this case, since they do use these to accelerate blood flow and healing to the area, you have to do it the right way.
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