What tips do you have for preparing for surgery? Any preparations at home? What was particularly helpful to those who have had it before?
have you had it done yet or do you need some pointers
i am 6 weeks post op for the same
colin
tips that i picked up
1 get an ice machine ready. better than any pain meds
2 i had a sport massage the day before to relax the muscles in the shoulder
3 get very loose clothes 3 sizes bigger
4 pillow wedge for the bed to sleep against
5 get a good sling mine is a dojoy ultra 3 its very restrictive in a kind way
6 wear the sling out. even when you feel better. people give you a wider birth and help you more
7 take the pain meds if needed. dont be a hero.
8 set up a mini gym to start moving the joint. and yes it will hurt at first
9 dont stop moving it or it will freeze up