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You will begin moving your shoulder within the first 48 hours after surgery. Early movement is important to prevent the muscles in the shoulder from becoming tight. The types of exercises you may perform are gentle, range of motion exercises designed to help restore motion to the muscles in the shoulder. As your rehabilitation continues, you may begin strengthening exercises that are designed to restore strength to your shoulder. It is important to follow your surgeon's prescribed recovery outline. Do Not attempt exercises that are not prescribed by your surgeon, and Do Not attempt to alter your exercise schedule without contacting your surgeon.

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