Shoulder Arthroplasty — Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine · Wolf

Weight-Bearing

FWB; ROM limits 0-6 wks: flex 0-150°, ER 30°, abd 90°

Key Restrictions

ROM limits 0-6 wks: flex 0-150°, ER 30°, abd 90°; no IR resistance until >6 wks; discharge to independent program when ROM plateau reached

Timeline & Phases

0-6 wks (PROM/AAROM within limits, isometrics except IR, begin Day 1-2), >6 wks (Thera-Band, scapular stabilization, add IR)

Notes

Dr. Wolf's protocol; PT begins Day 1-2 unlike Dr. Murray's 4-week hold; discharge when ROM plateau reached

Surgeon / Author

Wolf