Life After a Rotator Cuff Tear: My Recovery with Prof. Ali Noorani

I suffered a serious fall that tore multiple ligaments in my rotator cuff, leaving me barely able to move my arm. The pain and loss of function were significant, and I knew I needed a specialist who truly understood complex shoulder injuries.

I chose Prof. Noorani because of his excellent reputation and the strong recommendations I received. From the start, he studied my case carefully, understood the challenges of repairing several damaged ligaments, and explained his own surgical technique for achieving a stable, lasting repair. His confidence and clarity gave me complete trust in the process.

The surgery went well, but recovery required patience. For weeks after the operation I couldn’t use my arm at all and had to keep it in a sling. With consistent physiotherapy and steady progress week by week, my mobility gradually returned. Today, I have almost full use of my shoulder. While there is still mild soreness if I push too hard in certain directions, my muscles continue to rebuild strength — and regular exercise has made a tremendous difference.

At this point, I can do nearly everything again, with the only remaining limitation being throwing a hard ball overhand with my left arm. Considering where I started, the improvement has been remarkable.

I would highly, highly recommend Prof. Noorani. He is an excellent surgeon, has great intuition, and treated me with kindness throughout my recovery. I’m extremely grateful for the outstanding care I received.