Knee Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Knee 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis University (SLUCare) — Meniscal Allograft… | Partial WB with crutches and brace locked in extension; full WB by 6-8 wks; wean crutches… | Brace locked in extension all times first week (except exercises/shower); flexion strictly limited to 90 deg… |
| Sanford Health — Meniscal Allograft Transplantation | NWB x 3-6 wks; WB in locked brace per physician clearance beginning wk 3-6 | Hinged brace locked x 6 wks; no active knee flexion x 3 wks; PROM 45° by wk 3, 90° by wk 4, full by wks… |
All 2 Knee protocols
Knee — Meniscal Allograft Transplantation
Saint Louis University (SLUCare)
Surgical — Meniscal Allograft Transplantation
Sanford Health