Q: Pain after Shoulder Arthroscopy
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micwheel
on November 9th, 2009
New User
In August I had a bone spur removed from my right shoulder via arthroscopic day surgery. My doctor had told me to expect about 4-6 weeks recovery as it was a mild procedure. I recovered full mobility within 2-3 weeks post surgery, however the pain level has actually gotten worse since about 2 weeks after surgery. I am 12 weeks out now and the doctor told me to stop any PT and just ride it out. I feel however that the pain is continuing to get worse. It has spread to underneath my armpit and across my back. The chronic pain has left me constantly run down and tired and I am eager to get back to my active lifestyle. Does this length of recovery sound normal for the procedure I had, or should I be looking for a second opinion at this point?
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