Distal Radius Fracture ORIF Rehabilitation Protocols
3 Distal Radius Fracture ORIF rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Orthopedic Institute / Sierra Park PT — Accelerated | N/A (wrist) — off-the-shelf or custom cock-up wrist splint full time x6 weeks except… | Full-time splint x6 weeks except for exercises (remove for hygiene/dressing/eating/exercise); avoid… |
| Mammoth Orthopedic Institute / Sierra Park PT — Conservative | N/A (wrist) — custom cock-up or off-the-shelf wrist splint full time (remove for… | Full-time splint (remove for hygiene/dressing/eating/exercise); avoid lifting/pushing/pulling/heavy… |
| University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery | NWB surgical UE; NWB for intra-articular fractures until week 10-12 minimum | No lifting/pushing/pulling; no resistance strengthening until 6 weeks; NWB for intra-articular fractures… |
All 3 Distal Radius Fracture ORIF protocols
Distal Radius Fracture ORIF — Accelerated
Mammoth Orthopedic Institute / Sierra Park PT
Distal Radius Fracture ORIF — Conservative
Mammoth Orthopedic Institute / Sierra Park PT
Distal Radius Fracture ORIF
University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery