Cervical Disc Arthroplasty Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Cervical Disc Arthroplasty rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions, published 2022–2023. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Health and Sports Medicine Physiotherapy (AHSMP)… | WBAT; gentle walking <10 min Phase 1; progress to 20 min by wk 4 | No neck bending/twisting x 2 wks; no lifting x 2 wks; log roll to get out of bed; avoid prolonged positions… |
| Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center — (CDA / Total… | WBAT from POD 1; walking goal 30 min 2x/day | NSAIDs OK (start wk 2) — key distinction from ACDF where NSAIDs are avoided; collar +/- per surgeon; no… |
All 2 Cervical Disc Arthroplasty protocols
Cervical Disc Arthroplasty — Cervical Disc Replacement Post-Op
Advanced Health and Sports Medicine Physiotherapy (AHSMP)
Cervical Disc Arthroplasty — (CDA / Total Disc Replacement)
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center