Surgical Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Surgical 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists (OSMS) — Elbow MCL… | Sling for comfort; Bledsoe brace at 75 deg with wrist free x 2 wks, adjust 30 deg to full… | Compressive dressing changed at 7-10 days; avoid aggressive weightlifting (esp. chest flies or… |
| Sanford Health — MCL Reconstruction | NWB to toe-touch WB per MD preference x 6 wks; crutches x 6 wks | Drop lock brace x 6 wks; avoid knee valgus and rotation stress x 6 wks; CKC limited to 70° x 16 wks; no… |
All 2 Surgical protocols
MCL Reconstruction — Elbow MCL Reconstruction
Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists (OSMS)
Surgical — MCL Reconstruction
Sanford Health