Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Asked 6 months ago

How long does pain last after rotator cuff surgery?

My husband just had rotator cuff surgery and is in a lot of discomfort. We are trying to understand the recovery timeline. How long does pain generally last after rotator cuff surgery?

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Geeta Phogat Geeta Phogat Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago
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The severe pain usually starts resolving after 4 to 6 weeks, though a dull ache can persist for several months. Since I manage thyroid issues, I know that hormonal imbalances can sometimes delay tissue healing. Make sure to get your regular blood work done and stay in close contact with your surgeon.

Srinivas Prasad Srinivas Prasad Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

The acute pain lasts around 3 to 4 weeks. A highly effective tip is to sleep in a reclining chair rather than flat on your bed for the first few weeks, as it reduces pressure on the shoulder. Keep up with your passive motion exercises exactly as prescribed.

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Preeti Sinha Preeti Sinha Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

The main surgical soreness will stay for about a month. To support your tendon healing, make sure you eat a protein-rich vegetarian diet with plenty of paneer, lentils, and fresh leafy greens. Proper nutrition helps the body rebuild tissue faster.

Rahul Roy Rahul Roy Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I totally get it, the constant throbbing pain in the shoulder makes it impossible to sleep or relax. For most people, the sharpest pain gets better after about 3 weeks, but the overall recovery is slow. Hang in there, it definitely gets easier as the weeks pass.

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Ananya Hegde Ananya Hegde Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

The pain takes about 4 to 8 weeks to improve. My mother suggested applying herbal oils, but I trusted my orthopedic doctor's advice and avoided touching the area until the incisions were completely healed. Please follow your doctor's instructions strictly.

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