Surgery coming up on Monday. Repair of full tear supraspinatus, bicep tenodesis, labrum repair and removing a loose body on right shoulder. What do I need to have?
I am trying to get myself organized while I still have use of my right arm. I ordered some shirts that snap closed. I had two wedge pillows already from previous injury. Ice packs in the freezer and a heating pad. Anything else you can think of to help stay comfortable besides the drugs? I have seen different shoulder sleeping pillows specifically for rotator cuff surgery--do these help?
Also, I am a little bit bummed reading how long people seem to be in pain post surgery... wondering when I will be able to resume my life? Like when will I be able to ride my horse or drive my stick shift car again? Give me some hopeful words of encouragement if you have any.
u/BootzytheCat — 1 day ago