Learn more about shoulder replacement rehabilitation following shoulder replacement surgery here:
Welcome to Dr. Matthew Boes’s Shoulder Replacement Rehabilitation video series. This video is designed to help maximize your recovery following shoulder replacement surgery. The goal of our Phase 3 program for shoulder replacement rehabilitation is to improve strength and functional use of the arm. Remember the following as you engage in Phase 3 shoulder replacement rehab exercises:
Conduct stretching exercises until you achieve full shoulder motion (as compared to opposite side)
Stretch 2-3 times per day as needed
Progress strengthening exercises from use of exercise bands to dumbbells
Conduct 1-2 sets of 15 repetitions each exercise, 3-4 times per week
Start light, functional sports activity if applicable [Exercises 16 & 17 in this video]
Release to full activity per your physician’s approval
The following shoulder stretching and strengthening exercises, which are demonstrated in this video, should be conducted during phase 3 of your shoulder replacement rehab:
STRETCHING – WALL SLIDES
STRETCHING – CROSS BODY
STRETCHING – EXTERNAL ROTATION
STRETCHING – INTERNAL ROTATION
DUMBBELL – ELEVATION & ABDUCTION
DUMBBELL – EXTERNAL ROTATION
DUMBBELL – INTERNAL ROTATION
DUMBBELL – BENT ROW
DUMBBELL – BENT SIDE RAISE
BANDS – DIAGONALS
BANDS – PUNCHES
SCAPULAR EXERCISES – THUMBTACK EXERCISE ELEVATION & DEPRESSION
SCAPULAR EXERCISE – STANDING DUMBBELL ELEVATION
SCAPULAR EXERCISE – THERABAND RETRACTION & DEPRESSION SHOULDER LEVEL
SCAPULAR EXERCISE – THERABAND RETRACTION & DEPRESSION WAIST LEVEL
FUNCTIONAL EXERCISE – TENNIS SWING
FUNCTIONAL EXERCISE – GOLF SWING
Icing is very important after each therapy session, so be sure to place an ice pack or cooling pad on the affected shoulder for 10 minutes to help limit any irritation from exercise. If the shoulder joint is stiff, try using moist heat for 10 minutes prior to exercise to help loosen things up.
This video should not be used as a substitute for regular physical therapy visits and guidance from your physician. Only progress from one phase to the next based on recommendation from your physician. Most therapy regimens, particularly after shoulder replacement surgery, are based on a healing timeline. Progressing too quickly, even though it may feel okay at first, may put you at risk for injury. Regular physical therapy visits are valuable for giving you feedback on your progress and helping to ensure you are doing exercises properly. If you develop any questions or concerns regarding your condition while using this video, contact your physician. Best of luck in your recovery from shoulder replacement surgery.
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