Arthroscopic Capsular Release Surgery for Frozen Shoulder

Mandy, I am 5 weeks post surgery.  The first week was fairly miserable, but it was very important to keep up with the pain medication schedule.  Don't let them wear off under any circumstances.  This will allow you to be comfortable to sleep and let the physical therapist work on your shoulder.  I have three small slits in my shoulder and the swelling is almost gone.  I am still sleeping in the recliner as laying down in bed is still painful.  But during the day it's ok.  Only taking Advil during day times but I need strong Meds at night which is still pretty bad.  Your doctor will be the best one to tell you when you can return to work, based on what he actually does in your shoulder and the type of work you do.  Don't rush your recovery because if it fails you will be doing it again.  Let it heal. The best advice I got was to get / borrow some bigger shirts with to be able to get your arm in without pain and not need underwear.  Tank tops were impossible as was a simple tee shirt until I got to week 3. 

I still wear the sling when I am out in crowds even tho I don't need it because it keeps people from bumping into me which is still surprisingly painful.

good luck.  I am glad I did it, even though I may have to have more done soon.  

i had the surgery and although i was good as new in after about a month of physio , well almost as good as new , so good luck with it , i eas told if i didnt do the exercises i was given it probably wouldnt work , so if you are given them make sure you do even if its a bit uncomfortable

I just had this surgery six days ago I am in excruciating pain always what could be wrong

Hi! I am having this surgery in a week. I was just wondering how it went for you. My main problem is external rotation (along with the rest). My shoulder froze after being immobilized from rotator cuff surgery.