TFCC Debridement — TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) Debridement

University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery

Weight-Bearing

NWB surgical UE

Key Restrictions

No lifting/pushing/pulling; no strengthening until 6 weeks; wrist orthosis full time until week 4

Timeline & Phases

Phase 1 (0-2 wks): volar wrist splint, finger/elbow AROM; Phase 2 (2-6 wks): wrist orthosis full time, wrist 4-way/forearm AROM, AAROM, dexterity; may remove orthosis for light self-care and seated activities from week 4; Phase 3 (6-12 wks): wean orthosis, progressive wrist strengthening, AAROM/PROM

Notes

Simpler protocol than TFCC peripheral repair; no immobilization beyond wrist orthosis; may transition to compression sleeve/wrist wrap during orthosis weaning; scar management as needed

Published

09/2024