incoming shoulder surgery question

[WS9D]

So Thursday I'll be having shoulder surgery to fix a tear which will cause my left arm to be in a sling for the next 6-8 weeks. I typically wear my watches on my left hand, so I'm gonna have to make the switch to the right for the next couple months.

For those of you who have had the surgery, did you switch to your right hand if it was your regular watch wrist that was down for the count? Or was it business as usual even in a sling? Any suggestions if rubber, nato, or the standard oyster is any easier or harder to put on one handed?

I realize that I can go matchless, but that wouldn't be any fun.

Thanks for your thoughts.

[Tony-GB]

Best of luck with the surgery.

[JnmEaton]

I just switched my watch to my right wrist..... oh my goodness..... that's strange. I don't know if I could stand that for 3 months......

oops, Hope all is well with the surgery.

[The Libertine]

Good luck with the procedure and your recovery.

[datejustrms]

I hope you heal up fast, the 6-8 weeks goes by quickly and you can get those great watches back where they belong.

[BBL]

Ks6pd
In order to ensure your arm's circulation is not compromised during your convalescence, there should be no restriction anywhere on your arm, especially immediately status post.
You may wish to confer with your surgeon and follow his directions.
I would switch to right wrist if it were me or not wear one at all.
Good luck with your surgery and successful recovery!
Blessings,
DM

[mjclark32]

I had my labrum done, but it was in college and I didn't wear a watch then.
Best of luck with the surgery, stick with the PT

[droptopman]

Had major labrum and rotator cuff tears completed in 2015, but on my right arm! Had an aggressive surgeon so we started PT the day after surgery and I was only in the "wedge" for a few days. Started lifting again in 1 month and golf in 3. I picked this surgeon because of his aggressive approach. Recovery was fast and effective; although I am still a little leary of lifting heavy these days. No problems with the shoulder though.
Some surgeons take a really cautious approach. A friend and fellow gym rat had the same procedure at about the same I did with a different surgeon and he did not lift for months. He was in the wedge for weeks. I think the surgeon plays a pretty big factor in how the recovery and time frame is approached.

[RW16610]

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

[No.15]

Good luck with the surgery.

I had shoulder surgery years ago, they cut off the end of my clavicle for a severe ac joint tear. ouch

It was great pain but stick with the rehab and it will be worth it. Ditch the watch for 2 weeks, it will be like an old friend when you get to wear it again.

[Watch This]

Were you to have both shoulders done at the same time, a suggestion comes to mind but I think it would get me banned from here.

[rr-nyc]

Hope the surgery goes well. I'd rather not wear a watch than wear it on the opposite wrist. It feels weird and will most like take some abuse (if worn on your dominant arm)

[Headshrinker]

Mark hit it on the button; physical therapy is the most important factor in recovery. Shoulders and ankles are tuff surgeries!

[roadie1]

I had a left shoulder 5cm tear rotator cuff, torn labrum and bicep surgery done in December. It has been a long recovery. I’m back on the bike and doing most everything I did before. Except my rotation is still restricted and I can’t lift heavy weight above my head. It’ll eventually come back I think. What wrist to wear your watch will be the last thing on your mind if it’s rotator cuff surgery. Shoulder surgery sucks!

[JasoninDenver]

Unfortunately, I have had three shoulder surgeries. Two were on my watch wearing left wrist.

I wore my watch on the right wrist for about two weeks after the surgery. As soon as I was off the ice and compression machine, and able to move my arm a little, the watch went back on the left arm.

The one ESSENTIAL item I recommend is to get a prescription for a machine that pumps cold air and water through a compression sleeve. There are several different ones - most only partially covered by insurance, but they are worth every penny. I was completely off narcotics after three days with this unit. Much, much sooner than with the ice only method.

Good luck with your procedure.

[WS9D]

Originally Posted by Watch This

Were you to have both shoulders done at the same time, a suggestion comes to mind but I think it would get me banned from here.

lol!!!!

[Reglin]

Had the surgery on both shoulders and was immobilized for 6 weeks for each. I didn't wear a watch either time.

[MonBK]

A perfect time to send it in for service.

[ajas]

Best of luck. Had elbow surgery earlier this year and just switched to gshock on right wrist.

[Danny83]

Good luck Steve

[Ruud Van Driver]

I had an arthroscopy on my left shoulder in 2002 but I wasn't wearing fine watches then. Mine was to remove bone spurs and repair a damaged rotator cuff. If I had to go through the same again, I wouldn't wear a watch at all.

Good luck with the surgery and get well soon.

[WS9D]

Not too bad on the right wrist. Gives me something to look at and enjoy while being miserable lol. Went with bluesy as my right wrist is bigger than left so glidelock is perfect!


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[gummy]

Almost didn’t click on this thread...the shoulder memories...

Best of luck with a speedy recovery. Might want to see if you can rent or buy a “game ready” ice and compression machine with shoulder attachment - having one at home or the office will be priceless once you start your PT

[WS9D]

Originally Posted by gummy

Almost didn’t click on this thread...the shoulder memories...

Best of luck with a speedy recovery. Might want to see if you can rent or buy a “game ready” ice and compression machine with shoulder attachment - having one at home or the office will be priceless once you start your PT

Thanks Thomas. Yeah the blue thing strapped on me is an ice circulator contraption. Matches bluesy well lol. My deal is a workers comp issue so i'll be sitting here at home for 6 weeks and able to use the ice....

With all the free time, watch out TRF. I'll be quite active. I better hand over the Credit cards so I don't give davidsw more of my business while sitting here browsing lol

[gummy]

Can't help with the DavidSW spending...Actually, you might want to increase that spending. It will help your spirits and shoulder

Since you get a legit 6 weeks to focus on this recovery...Once you get over the initial pain from the surgery at some point you will get into mobility and strength phase of the recovery process.

I felt the Game Ready was "next level" after that blue thing they give you post surgery.

You toss ice and water in the top hatch...

Then dial in you desired compression and temperature. Post surgery I never got past medium compression...

Then strap yourself in for 20 minutes at a time after working on your PT. It will keep the ice longer and the compression is amazing - once you get past the initial surgery pain. I don't think anyone would strap you into this post surgery.

I got sick of only using it at PT so I just bought one.

Multiple surgeries and essentially a robo-shoulder will do that to a guy.

Sorry in advance for the crude office pics...

[JasoninDenver]

Originally Posted by gummy

Can't help with the DavidSW spending...Actually, you might want to increase that spending. It will help your spirits and shoulder

Since you get a legit 6 weeks to focus on this recovery...Once you get over the initial pain from the surgery at some point you will get into mobility and strength phase of the recovery process.

I felt the Game Ready was "next level" after that blue thing they give you post surgery.

You toss ice and water in the top hatch...

Then dial in you desired compression and temperature. Post surgery I never got past medium compression...

Then strap yourself in for 20 minutes at a time after working on your PT. It will keep the ice longer and the compression is amazing - once you get past the initial surgery pain. I don't think anyone would strap you into this post surgery.

I got sick of only using it at PT so I just bought one.

Multiple surgeries and essentially a robo-shoulder will do that to a guy.

Sorry in advance for the crude office pics...

X2 on the game ready.

Best money you will spend.

Sell a watch if you need to.

[WS9D]

Originally Posted by gummy

Can't help with the DavidSW spending...Actually, you might want to increase that spending. It will help your spirits and shoulder

Since you get a legit 6 weeks to focus on this recovery...Once you get over the initial pain from the surgery at some point you will get into mobility and strength phase of the recovery process.

I felt the Game Ready was "next level" after that blue thing they give you post surgery.

You toss ice and water in the top hatch...

Then dial in you desired compression and temperature. Post surgery I never got past medium compression...

Then strap yourself in for 20 minutes at a time after working on your PT. It will keep the ice longer and the compression is amazing - once you get past the initial surgery pain. I don't think anyone would strap you into this post surgery.

I got sick of only using it at PT so I just bought one.

Multiple surgeries and essentially a robo-shoulder will do that to a guy.

Sorry in advance for the crude office pics...

Sweet! Thanks for the tip. I'll look into this!

[drosen1]

Best of luck with your surgery! Hoping for a speedy recovery.