Effect of A nursing Rehabilitation Program on Shoulder Joint range of motion and Functional Abilities for Patients Post Rotator Cuff Surgery

Abstract

Background:The rehabilitation program is usually the cornerstone post-rotator cuff surgery. The role of the nurses post-surgery includes physical assessment, pain management, and education to the patient on the safe compensatory strategies to optimize functional abilities. Aim: evaluate effect of a nursing rehabilitation program on shoulder joint range of motion and functional abilities for patients post rotator cuff surgery. Design: A quasi-experimental research design with pre, immediate post, and follow up after two months.