Arthroscopic Sub-acromial Decompression

Arthroscopic Sub-acromial decompression; mid resection

Arthroscopic Sub-acromial decompression; mid resection

 

Post op Day 1-3 Weeks

  • Sling until block wears off (completely discarded by 2 weeks)

  • Teach active assisted exercises in all planes, progressing to active as able

  • Postural awareness and scapular setting

3-6 Weeks

  • Progress active range of movement

  • Progress strengthening

 Milestones

  • Week 3 - Full passive range of movement

  • Week 6 - Full active range of movement, good scapular control

 

Return to Functional Activities

  • Driving - Once ROM and power restored & pt feels safe

  • Swimming- As pain allows

  • Golf - 6 weeks

  • Racquet Sports/Repeated Overhead Activities- 2-3 months

  • Lifting - As able

  • Work:

    • Sedentary - As able

    • Manual - 6 weeks, (modify activity for 3 months)