how often change bandage after shoulder surgery
2) Keep a bandage on the wound and change it every 2 days until there is no longer drainage. drainage may persist for up to 2 weeks from surgery. 3) Apply ice to shoulder for 20 minutes 3 times per day for 2 weeks. 4) Keep the wound dry until the stitches are removed. 1) Perform each directed exercise 2 times per day.