Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement - 2 Weeks Later! 

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To a guy that’s had three rotator cuff surgeries this process sounds like a miracle. You two are blessed to have each other.

I am 66 yr old male and had reverse shoulder replacement on the left side 11/09/23 and on the right side 02/22/24. both have gone flawlessly. at 6 wks i had full range of motion on both sides. Surgeries performed by Dr Peter Sabonghy at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston Tx.

I,m 74 had a reverse replacement 3 months ago still in rehab and have a full range of motion and now working on my delta with weights and expecting a full recovery,rehab is the answer to a full recovery

Thank you so much for telling your story. I’m two weeks I am having the same surgery after being in pain for at least 5 years. I am so grateful to have videos like yours to give me an idea of what to expect. It makes a world of difference! I was excited and looking forward to finally getting my shoulder repaired, and now I’m looking even more forward to it! Thanks you so much!!!

This was the best video about the surgery! Thanks so much! I love the reality of Bella running around and the airplane flying over. LOL! I live alone and I have three dogs so I have to really plan this one!

I am 12 days out. Exact same process as you. PT strong and build up those delts and am sure we will be able to have almost full motion 💪

Had my left shoulder replaced in 22 and getting my right shoulder replaced in about a month. Bad shoulders all my life. Good luck with your recovery follow your PT

So well done! My wife may need shoulder replacement at some point, so your overview was really helpful. Let me add that you two are warm, direct, honest and encouraging. Felt like a visit with trusted neighbors. Thank you.

I'm supposed to get this exact surgery. Thank you for such an awesomely real and informative video. You two are a great duo! Good bless you.

Glad you're doing so well. Can't speak to the shoulder surgery, but at 65 had my right hip replaced and at 69 had my left hip replaced, both wore out climbing electric poles. Both surgeries were a breeze, therapy went well, really didn't need quite as many out-patient visits, so Deb will do well when her time comes. It is so great not having the nagging pain all the time.

Best of luck on your recovery. Love watching the videos y'all put up.

I’m so happy I came across this video. You guys are telling a great story about what to expect. I go in for this in a few weeks.

I have a horse farm with 8 equines. After caring for them, riding for 25 yrs, things are just wearing out. Hip replacement 5 months ago. I have mobility after years of not. Reverse shoulder surgery is in June. This info seemed somewhat similar in prep, but you helped me understand about the healing and differences in PT. Thank you so much for

Wishing you as full recovery as possible. Yes, it's a blessing to have a spouse by your side, or a mother 😊. I hope you will do less than you are capable of without feeling pain, the body can fool you into it, and we don't want you to get hurt again. Brad and Deb, thank you for sharing

My husband, 52yrs young, had both knees replaced in april 2023. I know exactly what you were feeling. I felt!!! Now, thank goodness, and thank God we did go thru with surgery. 3 months rehab. God bless you both.

Thank you! I've been weight lifting for 36 years and I keep putting this off. This gives me a little peace.

Thank you I am looking at a reverse. My shoulder is broken. So this has relieved a lot of my anxiety. Thank you.

Hopefully you have a speedy recovery. Ive had both of mine done...

Thanks for the info, I have the same surgery you had in a month. It was great that you told us like it was thru the whole event....thx !!

I had the same surgery 4 days ago, and I'm still wearing the sling, can't believe you took 😢 yours off so soon. Maybe I should too, I'm gonna start pt today, check with my Dr, you guys are great, I'm lucky like you, I have a good partner who helps me, thanks, I got a lot from your video

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. At 74, I was afraid I was too old, but you addressed that. I m6st say I am very surprised you don't have a sling on because I keep hearing it's 6 to 8 weeks before it can come off. And I had no idea about the nerve block. I also had no idea how intensive the after surgery is going to be. Lots to prepare for it seems.

I had two knees totally replaced and did not take any opioids. Just Tylenol and Celebrex. They all say shoulder replacements are less painful, hope they are right because I am having a complete shoulder replacement next week. Hurts like hell now. But I am hoping prayer and scripture reading will get me through it. I hate taking pain killers! You have a nice wife. Looks real capable. Good to see it went well for you.

Thanks, I go in for a reverse shoulder replacement on 12/11/23 your video was very informative.

I'm 64, and I had a total reverse done I September. My doctor has been doing this procedure for 23 years. I've been dealing with shoulder problems since I was 25. It's perfect now. My doctor told me the longevity is much longer than 15 years .

Thank you & God bless you both for making this video & sharing this info. I'm a 64 yr old woman and need this surgery for quality of life. I have constant pain (Level 5-6) in my right shoulder 24/7. Having watched this video has given me a new and total sense of peace about the whole process!!! P.S. I live in Miami FL and have not yet decided on a surgeon if anyone in Miami has had the surgery & would recommend their surgeon.

Great video guys! 26 year AF Vet, Security Forces here. I too have spent many years in the weight room, and competed in powerlifting, deployments, and another 20 years in law enforcement so my shoulders have taken a beating. I will have a shoulder replacement on my left shoulder and your video was so educational as you guys spoke in our language. I have been hurting for years so I am ready for this, quality of life to be able to fully wrestle and play with my grandson. Thank you and thank you for your service brother.

Thank You for the video. I'm being scheduled for this surgery and nervous wreck worrying about the procedure and healing process. But your video was so informative that youve calmed my nerves quite a bit. FYI , am 70 & and having it done @ UC Health Cincinnati/West Chester Ohio. Thx again

I’m 69, just had the 2nd reverse shoulder surgery 10 days ago. I had much less pain with this one than the first one, feels a bit like cheating, been off opioids for close to a week. Had significant bone erosion from arthritis with this one, needed a 1/2” wedge. Follow up w/ surgeon next Friday, first PT after that. If results are as good as the first, i’ll be thrilled.

Thank you, I am on that list of needing this.

I had the same surgery and, afterward, never was able to wash dishes again! Careful, it may happen to you too😅

Great video! You are right about quality of Life. Arthritis ate up my left hip first and I fought getting a replacement for four years. When the pain was non-stop and I was gulping ibuprofen around the clock, I finally went for the surgery. Two minutes after I woke up from the operation, it was like someone had flipped a switch and the pain was gone. When the right hip fired up a few years later, I did not hesitate as long to get it done. Now two years later, it is time for my left shoulder. Range of motion is minimal, pain is everyday, it is time. Thank goodness medicine has come to the point where operations like this can give us more productive years than the crippling our grandparents had to suffer through. Good luck! I get mine February 8.

nice same happens to me , i got surgery march 21st 2024,after years of no decision, because I got 2 arthroscopy surgeries, and today I feel so glad to have the reverse shoulder surgery! no more pain well i doing rehabilitation and still taken medicine for pain because the work in my rotation cuff

I live in England, last year at 59 l had 3 complete reverse shoulder replacement operations, l am now waiting for a custom made prosthetic so l can have my fourth replacement. My left shoulder has been dislocated since 12th February 2023, shortly after my second replacement operation. I have been told been told if it fails that surgically there is nothing more that can be done. My advice would be, if you have this problem, don't leave it as long as me. I used to work as a carpenter, l know now l will never be able to do any manual work again. Luckily in England we do have a national health service.

I have had 4 failed rotator cuff surgeries. Right has nothing, no motion at all. Got an infection and tried to tell the ortho I had problems. He blew me off for 2 years while the infection ate into my joint. I finally got to another ortho and he cleaned the joint out and I got a PICC line for antibiotics. Now my left rotator cuff is torn. I feel there is no end to this back and forth crap surgeries. Glad you had a good doctor and you are doing good.

Thanks for sharing this video. I’m 81 and scheduled for surgery on the 24th of June. Hopefully it will relieve the pain from two earlier surgeries on my rotator cuff.

Wow! looking at the potential of this, after hip replacement last year! shredded rotator cuff, awaiting MRI! Hip replacement was fabulous btw Deb!

Thanks for sharing, I’m having this surgery in six weeks 😊🤞

This was great. I am going for the same surgery here in Canada. My surgeon told me I have to wear the sling for 6 weeks, and recommended an ice machine which I got already. The way I look at it is the pain can’t be any worse than what I have now. He also said therapy is vital. The only real difference is I have to stay in the hospital for 1 night. I am 75 years young, and need the other shoulder done too. Lucky me..thanks for taking the time to make this video.🤕

Thanks! That was helpful😊 I’ll be having a reverse surgery shortly.

I had both knee replacements, both hips and both shoulders replaced. Hips and shoulders are easy, not knees. Glad you’re doing better. I’m doing awesome.

Thank you ! I'm scheduled for the same surgery in a couple of weeks. I'll be 69 next week, and I've been putting it off for 25 years because I didn't think I'd ever live this long ! Your video helps a lot !!

I have now had full anatomical replacement of both shoulders, reverse replacement is different..

37 years ago when moving into the home I still live in, I was carrying a moving box and fell off the unfenced porch. I knew immediately my shoulder was not broken but severly injured. Sadly my doctor only took an xray and said it was burcitus but I know my body. And over time I lost years of sleep, became diabetic and now have been told my rotator cuff is completly destroyed and needs total replacement. The pain is sharp stabbing now and certain movements cause me to buckle over eith pain. The doctor said I also have carpel tunnel syndrome. My research had taken me to 3-D MRI as being beneficial for accurancy of revealing where and how much tear there is. I am also researching shoulder robotic surgery. Ten years ago I had endometrial cancer and had robitic surgery. However, ribotic rotator cuff surgery is in it's infancy. Thank you for being candid and informative. You both have enabled me in the decision making process (which has been long.) So much has changed in that field too. Glad that at 75 the methods of repair have improved. I live alone and have no support system avaiable as my children live very far away and my dear friends are departed or infirm now. That was the main reason I waited so long besides the fact numerous doctors insisted I did not have a torn cuff because of the range of motion. We all need to be our own best advocates as exhausting as it can be at times. God bless you both and good health to you!

Just stubbled across your very well done video. Our stories are very similar. I started having issues in my mid 50’s. Lived off of cortisol shots for several years. Was just buying time for what was the inevitable replacement. Was told the same time as you were about the wearing out the appliance earlier due to being relatively young still and active. I’ve been pumping iron for literally 48 years religiously..I’m sure this hasn’t helped my condition. Reading Digest version for the rest of my shoulder issues…Had my first replacement surgery 2 and half years ago and have had 7 surgeries since. Most recent was 2 weeks ago. 4 of those surgeries being replacement surgeries. I’ve had 2 two in each shoulder that were anatomical and just recently had a reversal done last September and the other shoulder a reversal 2 weeks ago. As you stated, the reversal takes the rotator cuff out of the picture and the deltoid muscle takes over. Luckily I was referred by my surgeon here in Idaho Falls, to a surgeon in Salt Lake City at the University of Utah , that is the rock star of shoulder surgeons. Thank goodness he was able to figure out my issues. My recovery from the last 2 surgeries has been night and day. I’m quite confident this we be my last of shoulder surgery!! 🙏🏼

Wow this is me to a T..glad it worked for you. I need both but still putting it off

Just wanted to say it does get a lot better after four months. I do not have any more pain and a good range of motion! 😊

I had the same surgery a week ago Wednesday. My shoulder hurts so bad right now I’m counting the time until I can take another pain med. Every body is different. Your pain may be very different than this person’s pain.

Shew! Sounds like an adventure! I really want to see that video you made…

Thanks for the video. (I'll be back). You two are a great couple! I'm going to be 54 in June and I need a (reverse) shoulder replacement. I'm on your former journey now . . . I got used to the lack of mobility as well however, the pain is getting too bad (especially at rest and at night). Stopped lifting weights (upper body) and doing PT (1 month now). Hoping to prolong this until October 2024 or after 1/1/25. II really want to complete an entire (HDPE) Race season up here in Ohio. God Bless!

I had a bad injury to my shoulder. Head this reverse shoulder surgery 10 days ago. I'm not near what this gentleman is doing on the video. My arm is swollen, but it's get better. My surgeon wants me to wear sling for 6 weeks. In 4 days I'm going for my post surgery. Doing exercises a little bit. Everybody is different. I'm 76. Was very active athlete. Swimming three times a week long distances. The other three times a week was rowing for 27 minutes and then did machines. I just tripped it in health club. I think I'm going to go through conservative rehabilitation. For me it's most important to start driving again. I live by myself, so I do everything by myself. I would like to get in touch directly this people who did this video. Thank you.

I've had the same issue since I was 33. I'm 50 now and looking that Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. My rotator cuffs are still good, but zero range and lots of pain. The are doing the normal one first, and in 15 years the reverse to replace it. I'm a bit nervous about it, but can't wait to be able to put my hands over my head, or be able to put a belt on without having to take my pants off first.

I had this surgery in December 2023. It is now June 2024. I still can't use my arm much better than before. My pain is more controllable, but I still don't have what I expected in range of motion. I'm so happy yours worked out better!!!!

I had to have it done three reverse shoulder socket replacement over one very long year ending with muscle wrap

I'm 74 and having this done to both shoulders but first need to get 5 level neck fusion. Hopefully all done in about a years time or less

Ive had both shoulders done and one was a complete reverse shoulder which is more involved than a normal shoulder replacement,I had no pain what so ever and was back to normal in six months,excellent results.

Over the last 18 months I've had left hip, right knee & now total reverse shoulder replacement. The rotary cuff was damaged beyond repair & the joint was that badly damaged it took 3 hour's surgery to sort it. That was 5 weeks ago. The surgeon has now let me take my sling off & can now go to the gym. He said to go swimming & do breaststroke & try & lift my arm up. I've stopped painkillers & its now sore but will see how i go. I can do light work like wash up, but cant lift anything. The surgeon has told me because my shoulder was that badly damaged i wouldn't get my full us back.

I had this surgery and it is great,

I had s shoulder replacement surgery on April 17, 2024. I am 62. I have ful range of motion. I was in rehab for 2 weeks. I did pt from the day after surgery in the hospital. I had a great surgeon. I know Dr Dietrich he was our doctor when we lived in Panama City Fl. I had mine done in Dallas Texas.

I'm a month out of a reverse repair, experiencing little pain, and beginning PT soon. I had repaired this same shoulder from a posterior dislocation 50 years ago. As a drummer and swimmer, my rotator cuff simply wore out and tore, and I was unable to lift my arm more than a few inches. After 4 weeks, I'm still in a sling for when I go out, or to sleep. I started one-armed yoga when I felt safe enough, and am on a treadmill daily. Ice it every night. Maybe take a gummy to sleep. At age 75, I'm doing remarkably well. Interesting to share experiences because this surgery is crazy! (FYI a previous hip replacement 4 years ago is now as good as new. I credit yoga or at least stretching daily).

I had 2 total knee replacements and 1 total reverse shoulder replacement. The knees are good but after 10 months I still have a lot of pain in my shoulder and the expected limited mobility. I also have pain in my neck from the block.

I’m 7 days out and so much better already and I’m in just early PT stages. They had me in PT at home 2 days after surgery, yeah that hurt. Every day better and better.

That was in-depth explanation, I’ve had two rotator cuffs repair to each shoulder and I was at the gym Friday and something snapped in my right shoulder and have more pain now then ever. My question to you is, how was your rotator cuff in the shoulder that you had the re-placement done. Hope my shoulder replacement goes as well as yours. Thanks for the video and all the info. 👍

I had the reverse one week ago and was kept in the hospital the same night.

After a second opinion both doctors said i would need a reverse shoulder replacement. Cuff is not repairable. I have been body building for 48 years, physically active, and scared to death to have this surgery. Second doctor from the Cleveland Clinic also gave me a shot and so far it has relieved the pain. I have have had rotary cuff surgery on the other shoulder 7 years ago and total knee replacement 2 years ago. I really don't want anymore surgery. I wish you a speedy recovery and hope you continue to post updates. I have enjoyed your video here.

I had the anatomic surgery about 3.5 years ago and the PT was long and grueling but now I'm 100%. I would do it again in a heartbeat.

I watched a RU-vid video first so I knew what to expect. I’ve had eight back surgeries so I wasn’t nervous about the surgery itself. I was worried about pain management. I have chronic pain from my back surgeries and have taken Percocet for years. I knew it would take more than normal to relieve my pain, but at least this pain will stop.

I want to see the actual surgery. I had same ones mar 19. In recovery. Positive

I had a reverse shoulder replacement four years ago at 72. I worked my deltoids like a mad man in the gym for 6 weeks pre op and I didn’t need PT, a sling or opioids post op. I used hypnosis, meditation and Advil for pain management. At one year I was able to bench press three sets of 12 reps @125 pounds. Thank you Joe Lynch MD in Meridian Idaho. (Harvard, MIT, and Fellowship under Dr Madson at UW in Seattle).

Had mine done on the 17th of this month

I am 58, very active life, several shoulder injuries and one surgery. I am bone on bone and I am looking at a replacement eventually. I am hoping for better options. We live on 25 acres, working overhead is tough. My orthopedic doctor said same thing, wait as long as possible. God bless.

Just want to say a big Thankyou for your video. I am from the Gold Coast Queensland Australia. I am 1 week post op with same surgery. I start my P T on Tuesday. I am still in sling but doing my basic movements as told to. Pain is under control after a few days. Was in hospital for 2 nights and that was great. They made sure pain meds were given as required only if I really felt the need otherwise it was just Paracetamol. Was wondering about the movement and how things were going to be. Thankyou for explaining all this. I now know what I am in for. I am an office worker and am looking forward to getting back to work. I had a motorcycle accident 10 years ago and broke the humeral head off broke that in 3 places plus multiple pieces of bone chips and fractured dozen the humerous. About a 5. - 6 hour op about 4 days later had a plate screwed in place holding everything together. Pain was horrendous. 6 weeks later just come out of sling I fell and broke my arm clean across right at the last screw of the plate. Ended in a plastic brace for another 6 weeks. Could not drive for 12 months. Nearly 12 months to the day the removed the plate as were not sure if it was causing me pain. 18 months later arthroscopy surgery to clean up inside. Everything good. I just slowly over the next 7.5 years got more pain and very low range of movement but still functioning. X-rays showed arthritis was eating away at bone and it was getting more gnarly than already was because of the accident. So here we are it was nearly 10 years to the day I had three reverse shoulder replacement done. I am a 60 yr old female and I am looking forward to hanging clothes on the line without standing on tiptoe trying to stretch up. Kids call me T Rex because I struggle reaching for the sauce bottle on the table. I look forward to hearing more about your recovery and also on how my recovery will go. I would love to ten pin bowl again which hopefully I will be able to aim for. I hope more people watch your video as you are very informative and have given more great hope in my own recovery. Love to hear how you are going to now 4 months post op. Tammy

Good to see your recovery is going well. Had my reverse total shoulder replacement about 2 1/2 years ago. It is worth it. I had mine when I was 71, I have about 90% range of motion. Are you doing pulleys as part of your PT? My Dr. had me out of the sling the third day for most of the time. What id you do in the Air Force? I fixed radios during Nam for the Air Force.

Today is probably 4 days ago that I had my shoulder replacement. I do wish wish there were more pain medication provided.

Had a right shoulder reverse replacement 3 years ago. Have great ROM. 3 weeks out from left traditional shoulder replacement. Traditional takes longer to heal and in a sling longer, but my rotator cuff was not damaged,so I didn’t need a reverse, although I tried to talk my surgeon into it. Doing ok 3 week out. PT is rough but necessary.

I'm having my right shoulder reverse surgery on June 14th and then having my left one done later on. Ive already had both knees and right hip replaced. This upcoming reverse shoulder replacement will be surgery # 21.

Had mine done Nov2023 wore sling for a nite hurt my elbow so bad almost six months later 100%better getting other one done this fall

Great job!. It's 3 months later, and you've posted a lot of vids of you working on the homestead. Very impressive. I enjoy home remodeling and working on cars, and am putting off a RTSA that was recommended because of a massive tear (not arthritis). 1) What CAN you do now that you couldn't do before? 2) What CAN'T you do that could do before? 3) Do you feel that your other [good] arm might be getting overworked?

I just had surgery last week Friday on 11/10/23. I took pain meds thru that Sunday and Tylenol on Monday. Nothing since. I couldn’t have the nerve block. No pain whatever

So glad I found this! Awesome video and congratulations on your successful surgery and ongoing recovery.. I’m just 5 days post op from a revision reverse(surprise) arthroplasty and I’m really shocked and worried about what my life is going to be like going forward.. Just like you, I’ve worked hard in my life and I’m only 50 years old.. My first operation was anatomic and just 4 years ago. Evidently I worked so hard(through pain) I destroyed it. My surgeon said he opened me up and that’s how he found this out, then decided to do a reverse procedure which surprised us all… What on earth am I going to do now? My skills and experience involve heavy lifting.. I’m so confused about what I need to be asking my surgeon, asking questions because I need to know how I’m going to support a family and home.. I’ve only had about 10 minutes with my surgeon since the operation, and I see him next Tuesday.. I don’t even know what questions to ask.. but from everything I’m seeing online this does not look good for my future and I have some serious concerns.. As far as I know my rotator cuff is intact, that it was my glenoid bone that was insufficient for another anatomic procedure..So I’ll definitely need to ask about that, which would heavily make a difference going forward.. He told me “stay in the sling” and that’s because I likely still have my rotator cuff that needs to be protected for healing(to my understanding)… My goodness what have I done?? Lol Sorry about the rant and long read.. I’m still in shock waking up to a reverse and not knowing what I’m going to do.. Your video did put me at ease some.. Thank you Brad and Deb, for sharing your experience with others.. I have so much to learn and figure out.. and if you have any suggestions on questions for my surgeon I’d appreciate it..

I am a disabled veteran. I've had over five different replacements put in. My right shoulder, I've had 12 surgeries and 4 replacements plus the. Reverse on the fourth time. My left shoulder i've had It replaced and now because I do have mixed connective tissue disease from the military. My body attacked the area and caused my rotator to completely Tear in half, and now I'm having that shoulder reversed.

I just had reverse shoulder replacement after 2 torn rotator cuffs surgery. I'm 64. Literally I went in 3 weeks ago. It was so painful, popping, snapping everytime constantly. I did have Ortho Lazer treatment after surgery that was amazing that taking out inflammation, pain relief and bruising. Went to first pt who I've gone to for 19 yrs. I'm 6 weeks ahead of schedule. The only major thing I needed was filling ice machine. I did have a 23 hr hospital stay. I only needed pain meds for about 5 days. My last rotator cuff I literally slept in a recliner and needed alit of help. So for me this was a cake walk.

Heal up soon bro...I think it was about 5 or 6 months before I could do some stuff again, but beware; it takes very little to re-injure it...ask me how I know....lol...! Cheers

great video. What long term limitations do you have using the shoulder in terms of lifting weights And working out? Can you still lift med to heavy weights ?

After 30 years as a Firefighter and 20 years of martial arts, I’ve had reverse replacement of both shoulders. Right shoulder in September 2022 and left shoulder last October (2023) I’ve got nearly full range of motion in both shoulders and still improving, doing push ups, lifting weights and swimming again. It’s amazing how I’ve got my life back.

Just had this surgery myself @ 53 don’t overdue it afterwards, I’ve already had several times it dislocated on me. No damage or pain but I have to be more careful. Shook hands with a friend the other day and he literally popped it out of socket on me.

Thank you. I’m retired AF as well, in my early 50s, and have been told I need a shoulder replacement. What were the long-term restrictions and/or limitations that you were told about after everything is healed? I’m trying to weigh the pros and cons myself.

I was told a sling would be my best friend for 6-8 weeks!! Where is yours??

Thanks!

How strong will the shoulder be compared to the nonsurgical side?

you guys are awesome

I had surgery two days ago. I don’t see any additional videos. Any updates?

I had my right shoulder three years ago. I have a limited range of motion and have to be careful because it will tend to dislocate.

I had slap tear repair surgery with 3 screws put in that was 2021 I'm now getting pain in my shoulder an where I had screws put feels worse than it did before my surgery

Was this pain during recovery a lot worse compared to pain during recovery from the arthroscopy?

After surgery did you have to wear the pillow sling to support your shoulder?

Did you continue your pain meds during pt?

I had this surgery. PT was 9 months long. I have most functions except reaching into back. Butt I had a bad accident. Missed steps went top down 5 steps in one. Snapped ball off spun it 180°.

I have an appointment with an orthopaedic surgeon coming up in 3 weeks regarding a Total shoulder arthroplasty after a supraspinatus tendon surgery for a full thickness tear in the same shoulder 7 years ago. Therefore I wonder how strong the joint is afterwards. Plastic? Yikes, Doesn't seem like the joint will be too strong with stuff like plastic. How much can you safely lift with that arm now without putting it in danger? One surgeon said 5 lbs. Another said 25 lbs. Yikes, that's not much!

At Age 75 I had complete right reverse shoulder replacement in Portland Oregon. Nerve block never wore off. 17 days later my 4 fingers are still numb with the pinky back to normal. I’m told to stay 6 weeks always in the s ling unless I’m doing 5 times a day dangles and swing circles. I had no one to stay with me. The nurses sent me home withweeken instructions for another patient. I was alone from day one, with questions that never got answered. I called 12 times in 48 hours, leaving messages that never got returned.. exhausted. Wednesday surgery, Friday night came and no help Now I had to appeal to. Weekend nurse ratchet types. The first 5 days were a nightmare of being abandoned.