How Long Is Rotator Cuff Surgery Repair Recovery?
Rotator cuff repair surgery is a rather painful one. The patient spends an hour or two in the recovery room after the surgery. Sometimes, a drainage tube is sometimes used to remove excess fluid from the surgical area. The drain will be removed on the second day of the surgery. A change of bandage will also take place the second day. A continuous passive motion machine is used to gently move the shoulder in the recovery room immediately after surgery. During the hospitalization, the patient learns a simple rehabilitation program. This helps to maintain the range of motion at home after discharged. Discharge is usually on the 2nd or 3rd day after surgery. Or as soon as the incision is dry. Also once the shoulder is comfortable with oral pain medication and the patient can manage the shoulder well.
