MP Arthroplasty Rehabilitation Protocols
4 MP Arthroplasty rehabilitation protocols from 3 institutions, published 2022. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopaedic Associates of Maine | FWB; two alternating static orthoses at all times including shower | Two orthoses alternating daily (extension splint: wrist 30° ext, MCP/IP 0°; flexion splint: wrist 30° ext… |
| University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery — MCP Joint… | NWB surgical UE | No lifting/pushing/pulling; no ulnar deviation of digits; MCP in 0° to prevent active extension lag; RA: WHFO… |
| University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery — MCP Joint… | NWB surgical UE | No lifting/pushing/pulling; WHFO (wrist neutral to slight extension, MCP in extension allowing IP flexion)… |
| UW Health — MCP Arthroplasty with Extensor Tendon… | NWB surgical UE | Orthosis 24/7 except hygiene and exercises — alternate Splint #1 (wrist 30° ext, MPJ full flex to 70°, IPJ… |
All 4 MP Arthroplasty protocols
MP Arthroplasty
Orthopaedic Associates of Maine
MP Arthroplasty — MCP Joint Arthroplasty
University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery
MP Arthroplasty — MCP Joint Arthroplasty with EDC Centralization
University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery
MP Arthroplasty — MCP Arthroplasty with Extensor Tendon Repositioning/Reconstruction
UW Health