OCD Lesions of the Knee – Non-operative Rehabilitation Protocol

Download OCD Lesions of the Knee Non-operative Protocol Rehabilitation Protocol

Non-operative Protocol for OCD Lesions of the Knee

PHASE 1

• Knee Immobilization or Unloader Brace for 4-6 weeks
• Crutch Protected, Partial Weight Bearing Gait

PHASE 2

 Patient should be Pain-free and XR performed to progress to Phase 2

• Weight Bearing as Tolerated without Immobilization
• Start PT
  • ROM / Low-Impact Quadriceps and Hamstring Strengthening
• Sports / Repetitive-impact activities – RESTRICTED

PHASE 3

 Typically about 3-4 months after treatment starts

Radiographic & Clinical Signs of Healing – MRI may be necessary

• Supervised initiation of running, jumping, cutting and sports-readiness activities
• Gradual Return to Sports

COMPLETE RESOLUTION OF SYMPTOMS TAKES TIME AND PATIENCE