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Shoulder Arthroscopy- Decompression (No Rotator Cuff Repair) |
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Range of Motion |
Immobilizer |
Therapeutic Exercises |
Phase I
0-4 wks |
ROM Goals: 140° FF40° ER at sideIR behind back with gentle post. capsule stretching.No abduction or 90° /90° ER until 4-8 wks post op. |
0-2 wks: Sling to be worn for comfort only.
2-4 wks: Discontinue sling
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Grip strengthening, pulley/canes, elbow/wrist/hand ROM, Codman's. No resisted motions |
Phase II
4-8 wks |
Increased ROM as tolerated.ROM Goals:160° FF60° ER at sideIR behind back with gentle post. capsule stretching and at 90° of abduction |
None |
Light isometric with arm at side, rotator cuff, and deltoid. Advance to Therabands as tolerated, passive stretching at end ranges to maintain flexibility.
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Phase III
8-12 wks |
Progress to full motion |
None |
Advance strengthening as tolerated, begin eccentrically resisted motions and closed chain activities. |
*If DCR is performed, horizontal adduction is restricted for 8 weeks post-op
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