Continuous Passive Motion Rehabilitation after Surgery for Glenohumeral Instability

Results: Rehabilitation programs following anterior shoulder instability procedures utilizing passive motion provided by a CPM device, a physical therapist, or patient selfdirected exercises can be found in the literature. However, no outcome studies on these rehabilitation protocols have been found. Therefore, in light of no unanimity of opinion, rehabilitation programs need to be based on sound principles involving the healing restraints of the surgical procedure and movements that do not stress the suture line. A CPM device is used as the primary passive motion modality because ROM can be performed with the lowest amount of muscle movement and tension on the repair, in the safest range, and in the patients’ home resulting in the most cost effective approach.