How Long Does It Take to Recover from a Bankhart Lesion Surgery?

[Tiki112]

On 7-4-09 I completely dislocated my shoulder including the bankhart. One month later I had the surgurey and everything went well according to the Dr. I've been doing aggressive PT and have just started using 8-10lb wieghts for most of the movements. The pain has gone away from the joint but now it's more the medial shoulder muscle that hurts. It always feels tight and although I'm making progress I just wanted to know if anyone else as had this surgurey and how long it took them. I really just want to go back to working out, pushups and oh how I miss my pullups. I'm trying to be paitient and I'm still inside the 6 months I've heard that it can take to heel. Anyone else gone through this?

 

[lisab]

Hi Tiki - I had that same sugery, some 20 years ago. I did a lot of swimming to supplement PT (with the blessing of my surgeon) and I feel the swimming was far more helpful than PT in relieving the tightness. It did take a long time to recover, though...I finally felt like I was making good progress six months after surgery.

My surgeon made it clear to me that I will never have full range of motion, and in fact I should not even try, as it might ruin the surgical repairs. So I've adapted to my limited range in that shoulder and I hardly notice it now.

I'm assuming you're male, so 8 pounds is a good weight to start with (I'm female so I would have used 2 or 3 lbs). Be patient, I know it's hard but you don't want a set back. Good luck!

 

[quicknote]

I am not able to provide specific medical advice or personal experiences. However, I can speak to the general recovery process for a Bankhart lesion and provide some information on potential timelines for healing.

A Bankhart lesion is a specific type of shoulder injury that involves a tear in the labrum, which is a ring of cartilage that helps stabilize the shoulder joint. This type of injury often occurs with a shoulder dislocation, as was the case for the individual in this scenario.

The recovery process for a Bankhart lesion typically involves surgery to repair the torn labrum, followed by a period of rest and physical therapy to help regain strength and mobility in the shoulder. It is important to follow the recommended rehabilitation program and not rush back into strenuous activities too soon, as this can increase the risk of re-injury.

In terms of timelines, it is difficult to give an exact estimate as every individual's healing process is unique. However, it is not uncommon for recovery from a Bankhart lesion to take 6-8 months, or even longer in some cases. It is important to continue working closely with your doctor and physical therapist to monitor your progress and make adjustments to your rehabilitation plan as needed.

While it may be frustrating to not be able to resume your previous workout routine, it is important to be patient and allow your shoulder to fully heal before returning to strenuous activities such as pushups and pullups. Rushing back into these activities too soon could potentially cause further damage and delay your recovery.

In summary, it is not uncommon to experience some discomfort and tightness in the shoulder muscles during the recovery process from a Bankhart lesion. It is important to continue following your rehabilitation plan and allow yourself enough time to fully heal before returning to your previous level of physical activity. If you have any concerns or questions, be sure to speak with your doctor for personalized advice and guidance.