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 Rehabilitation Protocols

2 Meniscus rehabilitation protocols from 1 institution, published 2024. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.

Compare by institution

InstitutionWeight-BearingKey Restrictions
iOrtho — Arthroscopic Meniscal Repair Brace locked PWB with crutches wks 0-6; D/C brace/crutches at 6 wks per MD once adequate… Flexion <90° wks 0-6; avoid active knee flexion (hamstring strain risk on posteromedial joint); no pivoting
iOrtho — Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy PWB wks 0-1; WBAT with crutches; brace locked until quad control achieved; FWB ~wks 3-6 Flexion limited initially; no pivoting; brace locked for ambulation

All 2 Meniscus protocols

Meniscus — Arthroscopic Meniscal Repair
iOrtho
June 2024
Meniscus — Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy
iOrtho
June 2024

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