Regaining stable glenohumeral range of motion is critically important for improved function after total shoulder arthroplasty. The surgeon's ability to significantly improve stable range of motion depends on the underlying pathologic condition of the bone and soft tissues, surgical technique, and postoperative rehabilitation. For this reason, patient selection and meticulous attention to surgical detail are the keys to success. This article outlines the important surgical techniques necessary to regain stable range of motion after total shoulder arthroplasty, with special emphasis on soft-tissue releases, reconstruction, and balancing.