Non-Operative — Knee Osteoarthritis

Sanford Health

Weight-Bearing

FWB

Key Restrictions

Exercise within pain tolerance; no absolute restrictions; BFR training recommended; weight management emphasized

Timeline & Phases

3 phases by OA severity: Phase I Minor/Mild OA (most intensive, full ROM), Phase II Moderate OA (modified per pain), Phase III Severe OA (very limited, prepare for arthroplasty). 2x/week x 8 weeks recommended

Published

07/2024