Rehabilitation Guidelines for Patellar Microfracture

Post-Operative Rehabilitation Guidelines for Patellar Microfracture

0-8 Weeks:

• WBAT in brace from 0-40 degrees (discontinue brace between weeks 2- 4)
• D/C crutches when gait normalized (between weeks 2-4)
• Quad sets/SLR
• Patellar mobilization

8-12 Weeks

• Advance to full ROM
• Begin closed chain quad strengthening
• Emphasize patellofemoral program

12 Weeks:

• Begin jogging and advance to running
• Progressive Active strengthening
• Begin sports specific exercises

16 Weeks:

Return to all activities including cutting/pivoting sports