“Is physical therapy after shoulder surgery painful?”

It may not always be comfortable but very necessary to gain as much mobility as possible after surgery! Good luck

By far, this is the most uncomfortable. The practice of getting back 360 degrees of motion is difficult and we want to do it in a way that is safe, yet effective and quick. There may be limitations in how far we are allowed to move you set by severity and depth of surgery, But the shoulder is a highly complex joint. Try to find someone that specializes in shoulders and the Spine to get the best outcomes. IF the spine doesn't move right, neither will the shoulder.

Dear Patient, Physical therapy is a crucial part of recovery after shoulder surgery, and it plays a significant role in helping you regain strength and mobility in your shoulder. It's important to understand that while physical therapy is designed to promote healing and improve function, you may experience some discomfort during the process. The level of pain or discomfort during physical therapy can vary depending on several factors, including the type of surgery you had, your general pain tolerance, and the specific exercises and techniques used in your therapy sessions. Physical therapists are trained to work within your pain thresholds and will adjust the therapy program to ensure it's both effective and tolerable for you. In the initial stages post-surgery, the focus of physical therapy is often on gentle exercises to reduce stiffness and improve range of motion. As you progress, the exercises may become more challenging to build strength. It's normal to experience some soreness as your muscles are being worked and stretched in ways they may not have been used to, especially if your shoulder was immobilized for a time after surgery. Best regard Tsai Chao MD

there can always be postoperative pain when the has been an internal intervention to a joint, even when the intension is to improve its function. the undisturbed structures have had limited ROM and now may be asked to resume a ROM that it has not had in decades. The art of the practice is to inform the patient the parameters of good pain vs bad pain. Productive vs Harmful. with defined goals and timeline.