Non-Operative Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Non-Operative rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists (OSMS) — Patellar… | Brace in full extension at all times, WBAT in brace wks 0-2; brace D/C and advance to… | ROM goal 0-115 deg by wk 6, 0-120 deg by wk 6-7, full ROM by wk 10; return-to-sport/brace D/C criteria by wk… |
| Sanford Health — Patellar Dislocation (Non-Operative) | WB and immobilization per referring physician | Immobilization period per physician; avoid OKC 10-0° and 90-50° until stable; patellofemoral brace… |
All 2 Non-Operative protocols
Non-Operative — Patellar Dislocation (Non-Operative)
Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists (OSMS)
Non-Operative — Patellar Dislocation (Non-Operative)
Sanford Health