Im so sorry to hear about your mom. I understand you live your dad, but it's just not the same. I haven't had surgery yet, so no advice to give. But I have a shoulder! I feel like I'm loosing my mom a little everyday. She hasn't been officially diagnosed with Alzheimer's, because she won't return for more tests. The dr gave her the rx for Alzheimer's patients, but she refuses to take it. So, I still have a mom, and cherish every moment.
Not to get off track, but again I truly am sorry to hear about your mom. You can do this! She is there cheering you on, I am sure of it!!