I separated my shoulder, 2nd degree, in 2001 in a bike crash, along with 3 broken ribs and a collapsed lung. I only spent 3 days in the hospital. I didn't have my shoulder repaired, while talking to the surgeon he didn't recommended it unless I didn't like the knot that I have on my shoulder. I have full movement of my shoulder, but the surgeon told I wouldn't be able to put my arm over my head if I had it repaired. I went to PT and it was about 5-6 weeks before I got back on the bike. I think the big thing about this much time was the broken ribs, boy did they hurt. I wasn't able to sleep in my bed for 2 months because of the ribs. I'm OK now and ride doubles a triples with no problems. Although I do do exercises to take the supporting muscles in my shoulder strong.
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Make mine a double!