MPFL Reconstruction

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine

Weight-Bearing

WBAT; knee immobilizer for ambulation 2 wks; FWB by end of wk 2

Key Restrictions

Knee immobilizer for ambulation 2 wks; regular patellar mobilization (grade I-II if good mobility ≥3 quadrants); RTS: involved limb deficiencies <10% uninvolved, surgeon clearance (usually 6-9 months)

Timeline & Phases

Phase I (Day 1 to 6 wks, OKC focus), Phase II (Wks 7-12, CKC/lateral), Phase III (Wks 13-16, plyometrics), Phase IV (Wks 17+ RTS)

Notes

For extensor mechanism realignment with MPFL reconstruction, use Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy protocol; RTS usually 6-9 months per surgeon clearance