I had rotator cuff surgery with bicep tenodesis. Phew that was a rough one to recover from. So I thought it would be helpful to compile a list of things that helped to get me through the hard days.
This one is a given. You have to use advil for the pain and inflammation. Be careful though because it can upset your stomach. For long term use it may help to take Omeprazol with it.
This would be so very helpful after rotator cuff surgery. You have to sleep elevated and you have to support your arm. This was not avaiable when I had mine but I totally would have gotten it if it was. I slept on the couch for a month, it wasn't gre...
ROYALAY Shoulder Surgery 3-Pc Wedge Pillow
This was the wedge I used after my surgery and I am still using 3 months later. It is so very helpful in the healing process. It's nice that you can take the stuffing out and adjust the firmness, too because in the beginning your arm needs to stay ve...
MOYOAMA Post Shoulder Surgery Pillow - Adjustable Support
This shoulder ice pack was so helpful. Icing is necessary for the pain of recovery. This pack is built specifically for the shoulder and it stays in place well. HIghly recommend.
Comfytemp Shoulder Ice Pack Rotator Cuff Wrap
This gel was great to help with the pain and inflammation of my shoulder. You have to wait for the stitches to heal but then you are good to go. I also use it on my daughter when she has aches and pains from her auto-immune condition. Very helpful al...
Boiron, Gel de Arnicare, alivio del dolor, sin perfume, 120 g (4,2 oz)
This was sooooo helpful when the meds alone just were not cutting it with the pain. It is also helpful when you start doing PT and your muscles on that side were not used since before surgery. A must for muscular pain after surgery or just day to day...