Which statement by a patient indicates an understanding of postoperative instructions following rotator cuff repair?
A) "My arm will be immobilized for 2 weeks after surgery."
B) "Passive range of motion exercises may be performed for the first 6 weeks."
C) "I can start active range of motion exercises after 2 weeks."
D) "Active range of motion exercises will restore arm function in 2 weeks."
B) "Passive range of motion exercises may be performed for the first 6 weeks."
Explanation: A) Procedures to repair the tear include open or arthroscopic approaches. Arm and shoulder immobilization occurs for the first 4-6 weeks after surgery and may include passive exercising. Active exercising begins during the next 4-6 weeks and progresses until full or maximum shoulder ROM and arm function return.
B) Procedures to repair the tear include open or arthroscopic approaches. Arm and shoulder immobilization occurs for the first 4-6 weeks after surgery and may include passive exercising. Active exercising begins during the next 4-6 weeks and progresses until full or maximum shoulder ROM and arm function return.
C) Procedures to repair the tear include open or arthroscopic approaches. Arm and shoulder immobilization occurs for the first 4-6 weeks after surgery and may include passive exercising. Active exercising begins during the next 4-6 weeks and progresses until full or maximum shoulder ROM and arm function return.
D) Procedures to repair the tear include open or arthroscopic approaches. Arm and shoulder immobilization occurs for the first 4-6 weeks after surgery and may include passive exercising. Active exercising begins during the next 4-6 weeks and progresses until full or maximum shoulder ROM and arm function return.
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