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Good Morning TAC Family, and thanks for checking up on me. So 3 years ago I slipped on the ice and completely torn my right rotator cuff. I was still working. I had only been at the job for less than a year so I had no sick time and was not eligible for FMLA time. But my employer held my job for 6 months until I could return. That was a hard recovery and many ups and downs and painful times. And even though I went back at 6 months, I definitely was not 100%.
This time, it was a partial tear that has been giving me constant pain since November. so it was time to get it fixed. I am happy to report that I am very pleased with my progress one week in. Started PT yesterday. Pain is down, gaining movement. Still hard to sleep on my back with a sling.
I have put away my Martin (for now) and pulled out my Taylor Urban Ash. Nice Guitar and very light. A started just with some strumming and picking practice. On Monday, I could only reach around the 9th fret. But on Tuesday, I could make it all the way to the 1st fret. So I am back playing (a little). It is good exercise and therapy!
Didn’t expect it this early, but I believe my recovery is ahead of schedule.
Thanks for all your thoughts. Steve