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.

Osteochondritis Dissecans Rehabilitation Protocols

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

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InstitutionWeight-BearingKey Restrictions
UW Health Sports Medicine — (OCD) — Non-Operative Management… Activity restriction; brace or crutches as needed; goal is protected loading to restore… Avoid running, jumping, high-impact activities; bracing or crutches PRN; activity restriction duration 6…
UW Health Sports Medicine — (OCD) — Surgical Fixation (Knee) TDWB with crutches x 8 wks; then WBAT TDWB x 8 wks; hinged or unloader brace; Phase I: high volume/low load (2-3x/day, high reps, minimal…

All 2 Osteochondritis Dissecans protocols

Osteochondritis Dissecans — (OCD) — Non-Operative Management (Knee)
UW Health Sports Medicine
UW Health Sports Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Physician Group
Osteochondritis Dissecans — (OCD) — Surgical Fixation (Knee)
UW Health Sports Medicine
UW Health Sports Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Physician Group

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