Big fan of Physical Therapy. Two years ago (60) had rotator cuff injury #5 playing volleyball. Then picked up 75 pound vanity before that injury healed. Knew I needed help. Been doing physical therapy on shoulder since 36 with rotator cuff injury #3.
Physical therapist Cathy D. first determined had full range and no permanent damage. Then taught me exercises to strengthen muscles and increase range of motion. After 3-4 month had full usage of my shoulder. A year later play volleyball without pain. But shoveling snow? Was concerned.
We got ~20 inches of snow during last 1.5 weeks. 2 inches of snow shuts Seattle down except highways. Little equipment, since rarely needed with 5 inches average snowfall annually. Some natives panic since the world is ending if 5 inches happen at once. (Washington mountain passes are well equipped)
My neighborhood is on your own to get to the main roads. My street has not been plowed. It will eventually melt, right?
Been shoveling lots of snow - driveway, sidewalks, church parking lot and creating ruts for our street to get cars up hill. My front yard is a snow fort. Not since in my 30s living in Connecticut lifted this much weight. Can’t believe how good my shoulder is. Had sore arm muscles and stiff core muscles, but no shoulder pain.
If you are injured or your motion is limited, find out how to see a physical therapist under your insurance. Do your exercises daily and don’t ever quit. Enjoy life with more strength, flexibility and less pain.
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