I have a very sad story to tell you & by sad I really mean pathetic. Thursday night we had a barometric change which for me means pain. It was particularly bad & I tossed & turned through out the night. I woke up yesterday with an extremely sore shoulder. It only got worse as the day progressed. By the time I was ready for bed it was pretty bad & I slept very little. Since my husband was @ work I waited as long as I could to call my daughter. 6am this morning she took to me to the emergency dept I could no longer handle the pain. It turns out that during my restless night on Thursday I tore my rotator cuff . The Dr. told me this morning that it may take anywhere from 2 weeks to 2 months or longer to heal.I must start Physio as soon as possible so I guess Monday if I can get in & more drugs for the pain sigh...........

That is not good! I pray it does not slow you down or that you re-injure yourself. Take good care!

I am so sorry to hear of your in jury. A torn rotator cuff can painful. The PT will hurt but it is only for a short time. My advise to take the pain pill 20 minutes before you go in for PT. Good luck

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

sounds like good advice thank you!~hugs~

Oh, Loralye, I'm so sorry this has happened to you and that you are in such terrible pain. I'll be praying for you. Hugs, Deb

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

many thanks Deb, ~hugs~

I pray you will heal quickly. God bless you. And, may the pain be eased. Take care of it, sounds very serious!

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

many thanks, sounds like I will need them ~hugs~

I am so sorry you are in so much pain and I hope you'll be soon your old self again!
I never heard of rotator cuffs, torn or otherwise, before I read stories about it here on Cute.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

I have heard of them but the stories are weight lifting or sports related, not any as sad as mine sigh...........Thank you Martine it is a good thing you have not heard of it before & I hope that you never go through it too. ~hugs~

oh Loralye sorry you have so much pain. I hope the Physio and painkillers will make it less. Take good care and give it time and rest to heal. Hugs, Gerry

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Hi Gerry, many thanks to you. The pain killers make me very dizzy first thing & after about an hour then it is much better. I will try very hard to be still as much as I can be. ~hugs~

Hoping and praying that your shoulder will heal quickly by following the doctors orders about not over doing things, and by doing the physical therapy. Hope that the pain is manageable and that the pain will diminish quickly. Hugs and more prayers. Pam

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Many thanks Pam I will do whatever it takes so I don't have to have surgery for a frozen shoulder. Even just saying that is scary. ~hugs~

So sorry for you.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Many thanks Anita, ~hugs~

Dear Loralye, I'm so sorry to read that you've experienced so much pain with your Rotator Cuff injury. I do hope that you can heal it by therapy. My Dad had surgery on both of his and had to do Physical Therapy for a long time. I'm hoping that you can get through this without surgery. Prayers for healing and to ease the pain being sent your way. Love Chris

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Many thanks Chris, I love the "card" so very pretty ~hugs~

hang in there ,I hope you are feeling better very soon

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Many thanks Monika, ~hugs~

prayers for you sorry your in so much pain. I did the same but was given anti imflamatories -3 a day for 30 days and then i now only need them when i have a flare up every so often about 2 times a year.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

good to know that yours has improved, many thanks Ruth ~husg~

Oh dear, you poor thing. I am so very sorry to hear this. Take care of yourself and rest. Just get better soon.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Ah Sarah thank you for the lovely fun "card" I really like it ~hugs~

Oh my! I hope the best for you. I have a friend with same injury several years ago and had the surgery to correct , then went to physical therapy and they were to aggressive and she had to have the surgery again . Be very careful. The therapy should not no painful! Kay

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Ah I am sorry to hear this Kay, I do hope she is better now. ~hugs~

So very sorry to hear this Pain is not easy to deal with. They tell me these days they are having amazing results with therapy instead of surgery, so hoping and praying things go well for you./Lillian

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Lillian thank you so much, ~hugs~

My goodness. That must have been a really restless night. Never thought one could do that so fast. I am so sorry for you and I really hope you will mend well. I guess you better be very obedient to what the doctor says. I will pray for healing.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Angie I know right, it is the saddest thing to happen while I was sleeping? Silly too & It makes me think why could I tear something just from that? I knew I was restless but I had no idea it would result in this? SO Strange..........I will do as I am told & baby it & do the Physio as often as they tell me to. ~hugs~

Oh no! I pray for you to have strength and be pain free. Also for a speedy recovery. Please take care of yourself. Hugs, Suzanna

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Suzanna thank you so much, ~hugs~

Sorry to hear. This is painful... hope you heal quickly.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

thank you so much, ~hugs~

If I could share some of the pain I would. I know rotator pain. Mine is in the day not at night. In fact when I sleep on that side it does not bother me at night. Please be careful and heal fast.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

THANK YOU very much, I am sorry that your going through this too, it is not fun........~hugs~

Oh , that sounds not good . But you always have to think positive . My husband had the same problem years ago . He underwent surgery and had physical therapy and now all is well again . I hope you're well again soon. Hugs, Angelika

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Angelika I am happy that your husband is better & I pray I won't need the surgery. I will do exactly what they tell me to do. ~hugs~

God be with you and heal you. Take away your pain and suffering. In Jesus name.Amen

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

thank you so much, ~hugs~

Sorry to hear this has happened to you. Please take care and do as the doctors tell you. Hugs Shirley

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Shirley thank you so much, & I will ~hugs~

Hi, so sorry about your shoulder! Just wanted you to know I empathized greatly with you. A few years back, I thought I had a torn rotator cuff, but after MRI, it did not show it. The Dr. said I had a frozen shoulder and it was quite an ordeal to get the shoulder/arm back to functioning. I could not lift my arm high enough to fix my hair or unzip a zipper behind me. It did take a couple of months of exercises with a rope pulley with handles on each end, so I could use the good arm to stretch the bad one. Hubby made the pulley for me, so I did not have to travel each day to rehab. A shot of steroids right to the joint helped a lot, but I attribute shower water as warm as I could stand it right on the shoulder, arm uplifted as high as I could get it against the shower wall, gently leaning my weight against it, worked the best. Lengthy and uncomfortable process, but thankful it hasn't bothered me since. That was an awful ordeal!! Praying for quick healing for you!!
Hugs, Angel

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

oh that sounds awful & I am so glad that you are doing ok now

I know your pain but not possibly from torn rotator cuff. Been having pain a long time--arthritis in left shoulder--a pain started in my left wing bone--Dr. just said well, nothing broke--on muscle relaxer-no help-been on pain meds for arthritis for years. 2 yrs ago Dr. suggested cortisone shot but I've only heard negative things on that. Finally a couple weeks ago went to orthopedic and a shot in shoulder given. Relief right now for that part of shoulder but not the gnawing aching in back wing bone. My son in law is PT and gave me some exercise. My sis had the separated rotator cuff surgery and she did really well. My prayers are with you as sisters in pain. Hope you recover and can get back to all your beautiful projects.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

ah I am so sorry that you are suffering, I pray that the exercises will help you strengthen your muscle & lessen your pain. ~hugs for you & an extra as well ~

Loralye, so sorry to hear of your msfortune, do hope the physio can give you relief from pain. I pray that you have a quick recovery time,yes it is the busiest time of year, but you must look after yourself first. Sandra.

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

This is so true Sandra when it comes right down to it, I must do whatever I am told to make this better & I will. ~hugs~

wowwwwww over their it never rains it pours:(;(Will pray hugs carolyn

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Things do come into our lives to test us & make us stronger I take comfort in knowing that I am not alone through each situation. I rely on God's strength to see me through this. I am thankful for the all cuties you give me hope. ~hugs~

hope you feel better soon, took me 6 months to get over mine but I was lucky as I didn't really need any meds just had to go along with it & a bit of exercise, painful though. Know how you feel
Irene

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

6 months awe................I am praying it won't be that long, not sure I can stay on meds for that long..........Glad that you did so well without meds. The pain was too much for me

Take care of yourself Loralye. ...health always comes first the rest all can wait!
Dont worry about getting things done or you not being able to do them....just relax and take a break! The more you rest, the sooner you will get better :)

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by pldc 08 Nov 2015

Fatima thank you so very much........@least now I don't have time to worry about my machine lol Everything happens for a reason lol guess I am meant to slow down again. ~hugs to you my friend~

Bummer. I can't imagine the panic you feel. Try to calm it down though because if you keep using it, you may wind up with it permanently frozen. When you want to run over your list of to-do's, tell yourself that it's O.K. that they don't get done this year. You can start next year when you heal be far ahead of everyone! My prayers are with you.

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

Thank you Jerrilyn & yes The Dr. did say not to over do it because I could end up with my shoulder permanently frozen which is where the phrase "cold Shoulder" comes from. ~hugs~

Loralye, so sorry to hear this. I tore my left rotor cuff 15 yrs ago just reaching for the Esc key on the keyboard, while at work. Had to have surgery, plus physio for 3 months. Hang in there and let others help you with things. The pain will get better if you baby your arm, but don't be afraid to take your pain pills. Prayers for you.

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

I have taken my first round of meds (after the hospital's Torrodol Shot) & sleep came blissfully & for the most part painlessly. Thank you for the heads up & I will do as ordered.......

Take care of your injury first and the other things will have to wait, don't push it or it may take even longer to heal. Your family and friends will understand

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

your so right Bev, I just have to keep repeating this so I know it too ~hugs~

I had the same and on my right too. Gave in and wore a cute hat as I couldn't style my hair, less makeup if at all, pullup pants were in order along with slip in shoes. Learned to use a left mouse for the computer, but it unfortunately got tossed across the room a couple of times out of frustration. After the initial frustration things did get a little better. Looking for the poisitive here, maybe the message is to downsize Christmas fussings and let others help you.

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

oh Peggy that sounds very discouraging for you I am so glad that it has passed & you are better now. I will be as patient as I can be & then I will try for more lol.

So sorry to hear this, hope for you it heals in two weeks. Sending prayers your way for a speedy recovery. Take care, hugs Lynn

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

thank you Lynn I pray that it is sooner then the 2 months too ~hugs~

o dear you must feel so down. I am very sorry to hear this and i pray for a quick recovery. You have a lot to cope with at the moment .
Hugs pam

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

Thank you Pam I feel silly that this has happened because of the way I tossed & turned in my sleep..............I appreciate the prayers so much ~hugs~

Oh I feel so very sad for you and I will be Praying that you will be healed quickly and be able to do what needs to be done!!! This time of year is bad to be down, because we have so many things we want to do before the deadline! I wish I could do some for you! Hugs, Prayers & Loves, Judy...

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

thank you so very much Judy, I appreciate the thoughts & prayers. ~hugs~

Ouch, Loralye..........I had a rotator cuff repair 20 years ago on my right shoulder........after surgery and 4 months of phys therapy, I have 100% range of motion, so hang in there.......I tore mine over exercising with weights.......I didn't allow enough time in between workouts to let things settle down......so my career as a weight lifter was cut short (LOL!)

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

Oh Vicki I am sorry that you too have had to go through this & to have surgery to make things better well that is good for you too. ~hugs~

by graceandham 07 Nov 2015

All Vicki needs to be able to lift is 8-13 pound cats!

by basketkase 08 Nov 2015

LOL........you are so right on the cat lifting........our big boy, Charles, is going to require a back belt for us to lift him pretty soon......

Sorry, Loralye, for your pain!!! It will be the holiday season, when everyone else in your family will have to "step it up" - and, I bet they will!!! Prayers and blessings, Laura*

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

I hope so Laura, thank you~hugs~

You are on my list. I'm so sorry. I wish I could make it all better!

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

Ah thank you Joan ~hugs~

So sorry to hear this, Loralye...I am wishing you speedy recovery....take it easy...

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

AH THANKS Kim I do so much appreciate it...........~hugs~

Hope you recover soon.

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

thanks & welcome to our cute family, ~hugs Loralye~

Know a little how you feel - tore my knee just standing up to answer the phone and turning as I stood! Not a good story. I'm so sorry this has happened to you and especially as we use our shoulder structure so much in hooping and stitching and cutting. Good luck with the physio and I hope you get a good team. Will be praying for all our pains and all your healing in the meanwhile. Oh, and your finances! Therapy was expensive to me.

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by graceandham 07 Nov 2015

Your pains. Your pains. My y key is not working right.

by pldc 07 Nov 2015

your so right about that Betsy...........Guess what I am getting for Christmas lol Physio but better to have Physio & the use of my arm then not. ~hugs~

Sorry to hear this I will sends prayers that it heals fast.

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

Thank you Juanita~hugs~

So sorry you are in pain, hope it gets better quick, thinking of you

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by pldc 07 Nov 2015

thank you Carol me too ~hugs~