Subscapularis Repair Rehabilitation Protocols
3 Subscapularis Repair rehabilitation protocols from 3 institutions, published 2024. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| iOrtho | Sling day and night x4 weeks; discontinue sling wks 4-8 | Shoulder ER limited to 30 deg wks 0-4; shoulder IR limited to belt line wks 0-4; shoulder ABD limited to 90… |
| Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists (OSMS) | Sling with limited removal in safe environments at 10-14 days Phase I; sling fully… | ER limited to neutral, no cross-body adduction, no active IR x12 wks; true PROM only Phase I (no… |
| Sutter Health / Palo Alto Medical Foundation | N/A (upper extremity) | Sling with abduction pillow at all times wks 1-5 (comfort wks 5-6; D/C wk 6); avoid stretch of anterior… |
All 3 Subscapularis Repair protocols
Subscapularis Repair
iOrtho
Subscapularis Repair
Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists (OSMS)
Subscapularis Repair
Sutter Health / Palo Alto Medical Foundation