Distal Bicep Tendon Repair Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Distal Bicep Tendon Repair rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions, published 2018–2025. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Orthopaedics — Single Incision Endo Button | N/A; elbow hinge brace blocking extension ~20 degrees wks 1-6 | Elbow hinge brace blocking extension at ~20 degrees through wk 6; weight limit 5 lbs at wk 6; no progressive… |
| UW Health Sports Medicine | N/A (elbow surgery) | Splint at 90° neutral forearm 10-14 days; extension block set by surgeon based on repair tension, progressed… |