Clinical Reference Only: Protocols are cataloged from third-party sources and provided for reference only. Treating clinicians must verify current accuracy and follow the operative report and surgeon's specific instructions.

TFCC Peripheral Repair Rehabilitation Protocols

2 TFCC Peripheral Repair rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.

Compare by institution

InstitutionWeight-BearingKey Restrictions
University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery — TFCC (Triangular… NWB surgical UE until 12 weeks minimum No strengthening until 8-10 weeks; immobilization type and duration depends on surgical findings and DRUJ…
UW Health — TFCC Peripheral Tear Surgical Repair NWB surgical UE until 12 weeks No forearm or wrist ROM weeks 0-4 (Dr. Kruse/Tofte: no wrist AROM until 6 weeks); no lifting/pushing/pulling…

All 2 TFCC Peripheral Repair protocols

TFCC Peripheral Repair — TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) Peripheral Repair
University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery
09/2024
TFCC Peripheral Repair — TFCC Peripheral Tear Surgical Repair
UW Health
UW Health Orthopedic Surgery; UnityPoint Health - Meriter…

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