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Q: Does PT (physical therapy) come BEFORE Surgery?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on August 20th, 2006

Should I do physical therapy before I have my rotator cuff surgery? My doctor has recommended it but I am not sure. This is my 2nd doctor opinion.

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on August 28th, 2006

Orthopedics, Hip, Knee Replacements Answer A1386

By protocol, surgical therapy is usually recommended after physical therapy. For an expert opinion, you can consult an orthopedist.

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