For all the parents out there with kids who have had shoulder surgery, I cant fully explain what a painful surgery this is. I am 10 weeks post op for a complete rotator cuff tear, torn labrum and bone spurs. Still in a sling and hope to be out in 2 weeks to start rehab. I have had multiple knee operations, gall bladder, broken bones and surgery on my foot. NOTHING compares to the pain that I had from the shoulder. Doctor told me it would be really bad but I thought it was just so when it didnt hurt so much I would think he was the greatest ever! I was wrong!
Long story short, encourage and support your kids going thru shoulder issues and be understanding of the potential mood swings and watch for depression as that is a very real possibility. Also - Don't rush rehab or getting back out on the field. Much better success rates by following protocol and working really hard at the rehab. I hope recoveries go well and that all your son's have healthy seasons.