Non-Operative Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Non-Operative rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions, published 2022. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Sanford Health — Lumbar Spondylolysis / Spondylolisthesis… | WBAT; avoid spinal loading and impact activities early; bracing reserved for patients… | Avoid lumbar extension, spinal loading, and impact activities early; limit lumbar extension ROM and… |
| UW Health Sports Medicine — Lumbar Spondylolysis /… | Full WB; no sports/impact 4-8 weeks; impact loading Phase 4+ | Acute: 4-8 weeks complete rest/no sports participation, no active or passive lumbar extension Phases 1-2… |
All 2 Non-Operative protocols
Non-Operative — Lumbar Spondylolysis / Spondylolisthesis (Non-Operative)
Sanford Health
Non-Operative — Lumbar Spondylolysis / Spondylolisthesis (Acute & Chronic Non-Operative)
UW Health Sports Medicine