Meniscus surgery recovery problems

    • [PDF File]Rehabilitation Protocol for Arthroscopic Meniscal Repair

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      2. DeFroda SF, Bokshan SL, et al. Variability of online available physical therapy protocols from academic orthopedic surgery programs for arthroscopic meniscus repair. The Physician and Sports Medicine. 2018. 46 (3): 355-360. 3. Glazer DD. Development and Preliminary Validation of the Injury-Psychological Readiness to Return to Sport (I-PRRS ...


    • [PDF File]General Post-Operative Instructions Meniscus Root Repair

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      4 months after surgery (with your physical therapist). • Return to full sports activity is usually between 4-5 months after surgery. Timing of return to sports depends on several factors and will needto be discussed with Dr. Ridley. • Return to work depends on your job requirements, specifics of your surgery and pain/swelling levels.


    • [PDF File]Rehabilitation Protocol for Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction

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      progression when there are concomitant injuries (i.e. meniscus repair). Post-operative considerations If you develop a fever, intense calf pain, excessive drainage from the incision, uncontrolled pain or any other symptoms you have concerns about you should call your doctor. PHASE I: IMMEDIATE POST-OP (0-2 WEEKS AFTER SURGERY) Rehabilitation Goals


    • [PDF File]ISOLATED MENISCUS REPAIR POST-­‐OP REHABILITATION PROTOCOL

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      meniscus repair. The primary goal of this protocol is to protect the reconstruction while steadily progressing towards and ultimately achieving pre-­‐injury level of activity. Please note this protocol is a guideline. Patients with additional surgery will progress at


    • [PDF File]Meniscal Root Repair Post-operative Rehabilitation Protocol

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      • Change surgical bandages on the 2nd day after surgery (keep covered until first clinic visit) • Can bathe on the 2nd day after surgery (do not scrub, soak, or submerge the incisions) • Crutches with 25% weight bearing for 6 weeks after surgery • Must keep brace locked at 0° ambulating and sleeping, can remove brace for hygiene and


    • [PDF File]Rehabilitation Guidelines for Meniscal Repair of Root and Complex Tears

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      The meniscus cartilage in the knee includes a medial (inside) meniscus and a lateral (outside) meniscus. Together they are referred to as menisci. The menisci are wedge shaped, being thinner toward the center of the knee and thicker toward the outside of the knee joint (Figures 1–3). This shape is very important to its function. The


    • [PDF File]Rehabilitation Guidelines for Meniscal Repair - UW Health

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      surgery to trim out the area of torn meniscus, or surgery to repair (stitch together) the torn meniscus. The treatment chosen will depend on the location of the tear, the athlete’s sport, ligamentous stability of the knee and any associated injury.2 The location of tear is important because the outer portion of the meniscus


    • [PDF File]Meniscus Surgery

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      meniscus tears can often be treated with surgery. This booklet can help you decide whether meniscus surgery is right for you. Your Knee Evaluation Many people can still walk after a meniscus tear. But left untreated, larger tears can lead to other knee problems. An orthopedic surgeon (bone and joint specialist) can evaluate your knee problem and


    • [PDF File]Meniscal Repair - Brigham and Women's Hospital

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      Department of Rehabilitation Services Physical Therapy This protocol has been adopted from Brotzman & Wilk, which has been published in Brotzman SB, Wilk KE, Clinical Orthopeadic Rehabilitation.Philadelphia, PA: Mosby


    • [PDF File]Rehabilitation Protocol for Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy

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      PHASE I: IMMEDIATE POST-OP (Day 0-7 AFTER SURGERY) Rehabilitation Goals • Reduce swelling, minimize pain • Restore knee range of motion (ROM) • Re-establish quadriceps activation • Patient Education: o Keep your knee straight and elevated when sitting or laying down. Do not rest with a towel placed under the knee


    • Meniscal Repair Protocol - Northwestern Medical Center

      MENISCAL REPAIR PROTOCOL P. 1 . Meniscal Repair Protocol . Applicability: Physician Practice Date Effective: 12/2016 Department: Rehabilitation Services Date Last Reviewed / or Date Last Revision: 1/2021 Supersedes: Meniscus Repair Protocol (Dr. Beattie) Administration Approval: Deanna Orfanidis VP, Chief Nursing Officer ...


    • [PDF File]Post-operative Rehabilitation Protocol - University of Virginia School ...

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      ACL Reconstruction with Meniscus Repair or Microfracture. Phase 1 (0-6 weeks post op): Goals • Protect graft and graft fixation • Minimize effects of immobilization ... day after surgery (keep covered until first clinic visit) • Avoid getting sutures wet until at least 5 days after surgery (do not scrub, soak, or


    • [PDF File]Knee Arthroscopy Meniscus Root Surgery FAQ - Twin Cities Orthopedics

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      Q: HOW LONG IS THE RECOVERY AFTER MENISCUS SURGERY? • Many patients are able to return to limited or light duty work 1-2 weeks after surgery. • For partial removal, return to full activities typically occurs about 6-10 weeks after surgery. • For meniscus root repairs, more time is necessary to allow the repair to fully heal.



    • [PDF File]Rehabilitation Protocol: Meniscal Repair - Lahey Health

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      Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington 781-744-8650 Lahey Outpatient Center, Lexington 781-372-7020 ... The outer one-third of the meniscus has a rich blood supply. A tear in this “red” zone may heal on its own, or can often be repaired with surgery. A longitudinal tear is an example of this kind


    • [PDF File]Meniscal Root Repair Post-operative Rehabilitation Protocol

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      Change surgical bandages on the 2nd day after surgery (keep covered until first clinic visit) Can bathe on the 2nd day after surgery (do not scrub, soak, or submerge the incisions) Crutches with 25% weight bearing for 6 weeks after surgery Take Aspirin (or other DVT medication) for 2 weeks after surgery Phase 2: 2-6 weeks post-op Goals


    • [PDF File]REHABILITATION AFTER KNEE MENISCUS REPAIR Goals - Boston Sports Medicine

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      REHABILITATION AFTER KNEE MENISCUS REPAIR . Phase One: The first week after surgery . Goals: 1. Control pain and swelling 2. Initiate knee motion 3. Activate the quadriceps muscles. Guidelines and Activities: Knee Range of Motion: You can fully extend (straighten the knee). To avoid placing stress on the meniscus repair, do not bend


    • [PDF File]The torn meniscus: Treatment options - University Hospital Coventry

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      Diagram of the meniscus showing the red and white zones. Diagram showing the different types of tears of the meniscus Surgical Treatment What is involved in surgery? Surgery involves a relatively minor procedure called an Arthroscopy, performed as a day case under general anaesthetic. Two or three small one centimetre cuts are made


    • [PDF File]Knee Arthroscopy Meniscus Surgery FAQ - Twin Cities Orthopedics

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      the future if the meniscus doesn’t heal as anticipated. It is also possible for a meniscus that has had a partial removal to sustain a new tear in the future, or that the pain may not be completely improved by surgery. Having a meniscus injury can increase your risk of developing arthritis in the injured knee down the road.


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