Hip Abductor Repair Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Hip Abductor Repair rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions, published 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 |
|---|---|---|
| OC Hip Center (UCI Health) — (Arthroscopic/Open Gluteus… | TTWB (20 lb) x 6 weeks; progress to FWB with crutches; WBAT by 8-12 weeks | No active abduction or IR; no passive ER x 4 weeks; no passive adduction x 6 weeks; no running until 12+… |
| University of New Mexico (UNM) Sports Medicine | Partial weight bearing (50%) for 0-6 weeks; progress to full weight bearing ~5-6 weeks… | No active hip abduction; no passive hip adduction; avoid extreme IR/ER; passive flexion to ~90 degrees… |
All 2 Hip Abductor Repair protocols
Hip Abductor Repair — (Arthroscopic/Open Gluteus Medius/Minimus)
OC Hip Center (UCI Health)
Hip Abductor Repair
University of New Mexico (UNM) Sports Medicine