After shoulder surgery, the repaired tendon heals in three distinct, overlapping phases. Understanding these can help you make sense of your recovery timeline and why your surgeon and physiotherapist set the restrictions they do. Phase 1: Inflammatory Phase This phase occurs during roughly the first week after surgery. A small amount of bleeding at the […]
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Recovering From Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery: Guidance From Your Sydney Orthopaedic Surgeon
Arthroscopic shoulder surgery is a common way to treat a range of shoulder problems, but how you look after yourself in the weeks afterwards plays a real role in how your recovery goes. Not following your post-operative instructions can increase the risk of re-injuring the repair or ending up stiffer than you need to be. […]
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: Open vs Arthroscopic Surgery Explained
If you have a torn rotator cuff and surgery has been recommended, it helps to understand the different surgical approaches available and how they compare. Open Repair vs Arthroscopic Repair Traditionally, rotator cuff tears were repaired using an “open” technique, which involves a larger incision and detaching part of the deltoid muscle to give the […]
Rotator Cuff Tears After 40: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment in Sydney
Rotator cuff tears are one of the most common shoulder problems seen in people over the age of 40, particularly those whose work or sport involves repetitive overhead arm movements, such as painting, swimming, tennis, or manual trades. As we age, the tendons of the rotator cuff naturally lose some of their strength and elasticity. […]
