Post Calcific Tewndonitis Surgery (Arthroscopic/Barbotage)

Post Calcific Tendonitis Surgery (Arthroscopic /Barbotage)

Phase	Rehabilitation	Precautions
Day 0	Sling for comfort (often minimal); encourage immediate hand/elbow movement.	No specific immobilisation; pain dictates activity.
0–2 weeks	Active-assisted ROM (flexion/abd/ER) within tolerance; pendulum exercises; ice/analgesia.	Avoid sharp pain at operated site; gentle movements only.
2–4 weeks	Progress to full active ROM as pain subsides; begin gentle rotator cuff strengthening (isometrics to bands).	No heavy lifting or overhead strain if pain.
4–6 weeks	Increase strengthening/conditioning; integrate scapular and posture exercises.	Resume normal use gradually.
6–12 weeks	Full ROM/strength; return to usual activities.	12+ weeks: unrestrictive.

Key Points: Typically well-tolerated; pain and inflammation are main barriers. Early aggressive shoulder use is usually allowed if comfortable. Wound care is minimal (needle punctures).

Return: Sedentary work immediately to 1 week; manual work 4–6 weeks; full strength by ~3 months.

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