Unable to Lift my Arms over my Head 5 Wks After Brachioplasty, Normal?

September 20, 2011
Asked By:Katie in SJ in San Jose, CA

My left arm has good movement but my right arm is very sore and movement is limited when raising my arm over my head. How can I improve this? I have been massaging the scar and muscle area but nothing seems to work. HELP

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