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Shoulder Arthroscopic Capsular Release Rehabilitation
Phase one: 0 to 4 weeks after surgery
Goals:
1. Improve range of motion of the shoulder and prevent adhesions from forming
2. Begin gentle strengthening
Activities
1. Sling
Your sling is not necessary except for comfort, unless Dr. Gill instructs you to continue using it (use it for comfort only).
2. Use of the operated arm
You can move your arm for normal daily activities without restriction, unless your Dr. Gill gives you other instructions. Avoid lifting heavy objects and avoid forceful use of the arm
3. Bathing and showering
There are no restrictions unless Dr. Gill gives you other instructions.
Exercise Program
ICE
Days per week: 7
Times per day : 4-5 As necessary 15-20 minutes
STRETCHING / ACTIVE MOTION
Days per week: 7
Times per day : 3-4
Program:
Pendulum exercises 1-2 sets 20-30 reps
Supine External Rotation 1 set 10-15 reps
Standing External Rotation 1 set 10-15 reps
Supine passive arm elevation 1 set 5-10 reps
Seated-Standing Arm Elevation 1 set 5-10 reps
Behind the back internal rotation 1-2 sets 5-10 reps
Supine external Rotation with Abduction 1 set 5-10 reps
Supine Cross Chest Stretch 1 set 5-10 reps
Side-lying External Rotation 1 set 10-20 reps
Prone Horizontal Arm Raises 1 set 10-20 reps
Phase Two: 4 to 12 weeks after surgery
Goals:
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Regain full range of motion
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Continue gentle strengthening
Activities:
Use of the operated arm
You may now safely use the arm for most normal daily activities. Any forceful pushing, pulling or lifting activities should continue to be avoided.
Exercise Program
STRETCHING / ACTIVE MOTION
Days per week: 7
Times per day : 1-2
Pendulum exercises 1-2 sets 20- 30 reps
Standing External Rotation / Doorway 1 set 5-10 reps
Wall Climb Stretch 1 set 5-10 reps
Corner Stretch 1 set 5-10 reps
Standing Forward Flexion 2 sets 10-20 reps
Behind the back internal rotation 1-2 sets 5-10 reps
Supine external Rotation with Abduction 1 set 5-10 reps
Supine Cross Chest Stretch 1 set 5-10 reps
Side-lying External Rotation / 1 lb. 1 set 10-20 reps
Prone Horizontal Arm Raises / 1 lb. 1 set 10-20 reps
STRENGTHENING / THERABAND
External Rotation 1-2 sets 15-20 reps
Internal Rotation 1-2 sets 15-20 reps
Standing Forward Punch 1-2 sets 15-20 reps
Shoulder Shrug 1-2 sets 15-20 reps
Seated Row 1-2 sets 15-20 reps
Biceps curl 1-2 sets 15-20 reps
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