Shoulder Surgery 2 - Post-Op Checkup

I went to the orthopedist for a checkup today, 3 days after the surgery.  He removed the stitches and explained what he had done during the surgery, showing me pictures taken during the process.
He told me it was OK to be moving my elbow to keep it from getting stiff and recommended that I start doing a simple shoulder exercise, called the "pendulum" exercise. 

Codman ("Pendulum") Exercises
These exercises are specifically designed to allow for motion of the shoulder but without any active muscle stimulation by the patient, Pendulum exercises are typically performed with the torso bent slightly forward, allowing the arm to hang away from the body. Movement of the upper body causes the arm to gently swing, much the same as a clock pendulum. The motions are usually circular, beginning with very small diameter rotations and gradually enlarging them.
Pendulum exercises help maintain joint lubrication and to lessen the risks for post-operative adhesion formation
http://www.livestrong.com/article/215329-pendulum-swing-exercises-for-rotator-cuffs/


Pictures taken during surgery