What activity range can be expected after this surgical procedure?
What activity range can be expected after this surgical procedure?
Although elbow replacement is designed to restore motion and decrease pain, it does not return your elbow to “normal.” Like any mechanical device, it can wear out with use. Activities like heavy lifting or manual labor can cause early wear and failure of the elbow implant. Many activities should not begin until the soft tissues around the elbow heal, which can take 3 to 6 weeks. All postoperative activities should be cleared with your surgeon.