Post-Operative Rehabilitation: Meniscal Repair (Severe Grade)
| Time Period | Weight Bearing | Walking Aides | Brace | WB ROM | NWB ROM | Avoid | Exercises Permitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0–6 weeks | Non-weight bearing | Crutches always | At all times | 0–90° | 0–90° |
No bending beyond 90°. No deep weighted squats. No weight through the leg. |
Isometric quads/hamstring (3× daily, 10–20 min). Straight leg raises – 300/day. Patella mobilisations. Cryotherapy – 3× daily. Get the knee straight ASAP. |
| 7–12 weeks | Full weight bearing | Nil | Nil | Full | N/A | No deep weighted squats. No running. |
Walk, exercise bike, closed-chain & double-leg work (squat, deadlift, leg press). |
| 13–26 weeks | Full weight bearing | Nil | Nil | Full | N/A | Run after 16 weeks; twisting sport. |
Single-leg & open-chain work. Speed walking to running. Swimming. Progressive strengthening with load. |
| After 26 weeks | Full weight bearing | Nil | Nil | Full | N/A |
Plyometrics; sport-specific training. Return to sport when cleared by physiotherapist and Mr Aujla. |