Femoral Osteotomy Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Femoral Osteotomy rehabilitation protocols from 1 institution, published 2007. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Colorado / Center for Gait and Movement Analysis… | NWB in hip spica cast x 3-6 weeks; WB status after cast removal determined by MD | No impact, torque, or unprotected WB x 3 weeks; minimize fall risk; spasticity complications on cast removal… |
| Children's Colorado / Center for Gait and Movement Analysis… | NWB x 6 weeks in double hip spica cast; WB status after cast removal determined by MD… | No impact, torque, or unprotected WB x 6 weeks; minimize fall risk; spasticity may increase spasms/discomfort… |
All 2 Femoral Osteotomy protocols
Femoral Osteotomy — Proximal Femoral Rotational Osteotomy
Children's Colorado / Center for Gait and Movement Analysis (CGMA)
Femoral Osteotomy — Proximal Femoral Varus Derotational Osteotomy (VDRO)
Children's Colorado / Center for Gait and Movement Analysis (CGMA)