Tibial Plateau Fracture Rehabilitation Protocols
2 Tibial Plateau Fracture rehabilitation protocols from 2 institutions, published 2016. Weight-bearing progressions vary by institution — compare them in the table below before selecting a protocol.
Compare by institution
| Institution | Weight-Bearing | Key Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Orthopedic Institute / Sierra Park PT | NWB (foot may touch ground for balance only) x6 weeks; TTWB wks 6-12; if MD cleared at wk… | NWB x6 weeks; hinged brace unlocked 0-90 deg x6 weeks; DC brace at 6 weeks; 90 deg flexion goal by wk 6; WB… |
| Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists (OSMS)… | NWB with crutches x6 wks (TTWB allowed for pivot transfers if indicated) Phase I; PWB… | Brace in full extension x6 wks; avoid running/impact activity through wk 10; knee elevated above heart first… |
All 2 Tibial Plateau Fracture protocols
Tibial Plateau Fracture
Mammoth Orthopedic Institute / Sierra Park PT
Tibial Plateau Fracture — Non-Operative Tibial Plateau Fracture
Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists (OSMS)