PCL Reconstruction

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine

Weight-Bearing

TDWB with crutches 4 wks; hinged neoprene brace 8 wks (locked full extension 4 wks, then 0-30° progressing 15°/wk)

Key Restrictions

TDWB 4 wks; hinged brace locked at full extension 4 wks; no resisted knee flexion 8 wks (passive flexion OK); wean brace 8-12 wks

Timeline & Phases

Wk 1, Wks 2-4, 4-6, 6-8, 8-12, 12-16, 4-6 months

Notes

Light jog possible at 4 months, agilities at 5 months, sport-specific drills at 6 months