Clinical Reference Only: Protocols are cataloged from third-party sources and provided for reference only. Treating clinicians must verify current accuracy and follow the operative report and surgeon's specific instructions.

Meniscus Transplant Rehabilitation Protocols

2 Meniscus Transplant rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.

Compare by institution

InstitutionWeight-BearingKey Restrictions
Orthopaedic Associates of Maine TDWB 4 wks; PWB 4-6 wks Knee immobilizer 0-1 wk; long hinge brace 0-30° wks 1-2, increase 10°/wk to 90°, continue 0-90° until 6 wks…
UCLA Department of Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine… Heel touch WB with crutches wks 0-6; progress to FWB at 8 wks; D/C crutches at 8 wks when… Brace locked in extension for gait/sleeping x 6 wks (unlock for exercises); brace off at night at 4 wks; D/C…

All 2 Meniscus Transplant protocols

Meniscus Transplant
Orthopaedic Associates of Maine
Meniscus Transplant — Meniscus Allograft Transplantation
UCLA Department of Orthopaedic Surgery - Sports Medicine
Thomas Kremen MD

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