Learn more about shoulder replacement rehabilitation following shoulder replacement surgery here: www.matthewboesmd.com/shoulder-replacement-rehabilitation/. Welcome to Dr. Matthew Boes’s Shoulder Replacement Rehabilitation video series. This video is designed to help maximize your recovery following shoulder replacement surgery. The goals of our Phase 2 program for shoulder replacement rehabilitation are to progress to full range of motion of the shoulder and to start light strengthening exercises. Remember the following as you engage in Phase 2 shoulder replacement rehab exercises: Conduct stretching exercises [Exercises 1-5 in this video] 2-3 times daily to maximize shoulder motion Hold the stretch position for 30 seconds, relax for 15 seconds, then repeat stretch Perform one set of 5 repetitions each exercise Conduct strengthening exercises [Exercises 6-12 in this video] 3-4 times per week [every-other-day] to prevent irritation Start with lightest resistance band, progress to next highest band every 2-3 weeks If exercises are causing pain, decrease resistance band or perform exercises every third day to allow shoulder to rest Do not progress if shoulder is painful after exercises Therabands comprise an assortment of exercise resistance bands, which can be purchased in a set or provided by therapist for home use The following shoulder stretching and strengthening exercises, which are demonstrated in this video, should be conducted during phase 2 of your shoulder replacement rehab: WALL SLIDES – FORWARD ELEVATION TABLE SLIDES – FORWARD ELEVATION TABLE SLIDES – ABDUCTION DOORWAY STRETCH – EXTERNAL ROTATION CROSS BODY BANDS – ELEVATION & ABDUCTION BANDS – EXTERNAL ROTATION BAND – HORIZONTAL ROW SCAPULAR EXERCISES – SHRUGS SCAPULAR EXERCISES – NO MONEYS SCAPULAR EXERCISES – TABLE TOP PROTRACTION SCAPULAR EXERCISES – TABLE TOP RETRACTION Icing is very important after each therapy session, so be sure to place an ice pack or cooling pad on the affected shoulder for 10 minutes to help limit any irritation from exercise. If the shoulder joint is stiff, try using moist heat for 10 minutes prior to exercise to help loosen things up. This video should not be used as a substitute for regular physical therapy visits and guidance from your physician. Only progress from one phase to the next based on recommendation from your physician. Most therapy regimens, particularly after shoulder replacement surgery, are based on a healing timeline. Progressing too quickly, even though it may feel okay at first, may put you at risk for injury. Regular physical therapy visits are valuable for giving you feedback on your progress and helping to ensure you are doing exercises properly. If you develop any questions or concerns regarding your condition while using this video, contact your physician. Best of luck in your recovery from shoulder replacement surgery. #shoulderreplacementrehab #shoulderreplacementrehabilitation #shoulderrehabworkout #shoulderreplacementrecovery #shouldertherapyexercises

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