Meniscus Repair — (Stable Tear -- Vertical-Longitudinal, Bucket-Handle)

SAM Health · Danielle Villaruz PT DPT; Christopher McCrum MD

Weight-Bearing

NWB 0-2 wks; 50% WB 2-4 wks; WBAT 4-6 wks

Key Restrictions

No deep squat >90 deg for 3 months; no hamstring strengthening with medial meniscus repair 4 wks

Timeline & Phases

Phase 1 (0-6 wks): NWB to WBAT, ROM, swelling; Phase 2 (6-12 wks): strength, gait; Phase 3 (12-16 wks): power, endurance; Phase 4 (16+ wks): RTS; 4-6 mo linear, 6-8 mo contact/pivot

Notes

One PDF covers both stable and unstable tear protocols

Surgeon / Author

Danielle Villaruz PT DPT; Christopher McCrum MD

Published

2024-07