Clavicle Fracture ORIF

Dr. Michael C. Fu MD (Hospital for Special Surgery) · Michael C. Fu, MD, MHS

Weight-Bearing

N/A

Key Restrictions

Immobilizer day and night for 4-6 weeks; Phase I ROM limits: 90 FF, 45 ER, 20 extension, 45 abduction; no anterior capsule stretching; keep Phase II exercises below horizontal plane

Timeline & Phases

Phase I (0-6 wks): immobilizer + limited PROM -> Phase II (6-12 wks): AROM + isometrics, begin strengthening at 8 wks -> Phase III (12-16 wks): advance strengthening + plyometrics -> Phase IV (4-5 months): full return to sport

Notes

Protects anterior capsule and extension; cycling/running OK at 12 wks; plyometric and throwing program begins Phase III

Surgeon / Author

Michael C. Fu, MD, MHS