Non-Operative — Glenohumeral Osteoarthritis (Non-Operative)

Dr. Michael C. Fu MD (Hospital for Special Surgery) · Michael C. Fu, MD, MHS

Weight-Bearing

N/A

Key Restrictions

Avoid overhead activities and heavy lifting in acute phase; pain-free ROM only

Timeline & Phases

Phase 1 (acute: 1-2 wks, rest/ice/passive ROM/isometrics) -> Phase 2 (subacute: 2-6 wks, stretching/RC strengthening/scapular CARs) -> Phase 3 (advanced: 6-12 wks, functional integration)

Notes

Glenohumeral OA; symptom-based progression; includes scapular CARs in Phase 2

Surgeon / Author

Michael C. Fu, MD, MHS