I have had my right shoulder rotator cuff repaired twice. Both surgeries were done in early January and I was back bowling regular by April 1st. Each time I started back using a 14lb. ball for about 3 to 4 weeks, gradually going from 1 or 2 games to 3 or 4 per practice session. When I started practicing I was at about 12 to 13 mph hour and gradually working my way back to my normal 15 mph. I was back using my 15 lb ball about 4 weeks into my practice sessions. Initially, there was some pain after bowling, but gradually it subsided. The best suggestion I can give you is to do the re-hab religiously and you will recuperate in a timely fashion. I was fortunate to have the same physical therapist both times. He was great and pushed me.