You’re scheduled for arthroscopic surgery with an orthopedic surgeon to repair a torn rotator cuff. This is a less invasive procedure than traditional shoulder surgery, but a full recovery to regain the use of your shoulder will still take weeks. Here is what you can expect immediately after the surgery and the weeks following at home recovering.
Preparing to Go Home After the Surgery
Once the arthroscopic surgery is completed, you’ll be taken to a recovery area to rest while the anesthetic wears off.…
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Beginning a new exercise program is generally safe for most people. However, some people need to be careful when beginning new or more difficult physical activities due to underlying health conditions. But how do you know if you’re one of the former or the latter? It’s always a good idea to talk to your doctor before beginning any exercise regimen regardless of how healthy you think you are. However, you should definitely see your doctor if you have any of the following risk factors or symptoms.…
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Occupational therapists serve patients in a number of settings and capacities. One particular setting is within your own school district. You will probably meet the occupational therapist that serves your district the first time you meet to develop an IEP (Individual Education Plan) for your child with autism. An occupational therapist is almost always involved with special needs children and children with autism are no different. Here are several things that an occupational therapist might do to help your child with autism.…
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