RTC Repair Flashcards
1
Q
What are the immobilization restrictions after a arthroscopic RTC repair
A
immobilization 24/7 for 6 weeks, 8 weeks at night
2
Q
What are the key 12 week goals post RTC repair
A
- Full AROM x 12 weeks
- Normal scapular mechanics by 12 weeks.
3
Q
What exercises can be done for the first 6 weeks
A
- Pendulums
- elbow/wrist and hand AAROM
- PROM in all planes (IR/ER 45 in scapular plane)
- Scapular retraction
- Core work started 2-3 weeks out
- Aerobic conditioning on Bike
4
Q
What exercises can begin at 7 weeks post op
A
- AAROM of the shoulder in all planes
5
Q
What exercises can begin at 8 weeks post op
A
- AROM in all planes
- isometrics
- rhythmic stabilization
6
Q
What exercises begin at 12 weeks post op
A
- RTC and shoulder isotonic
- begin cardio that uses arms (elliptical and stair master)
7
Q
When can you start closed chain exercises post op
A
- 4 months
8
Q
When is return to sport post RTC repair
A
- 5-6 months (may take up to 12 months)
- should have 80% strength of uninvolved side
9
Q
When can patient start plyometrics post op?
A
- 5 months
