achilles tendon repair Flashcards
1
Q
discuss immob and early ROM
A
AROM in sagittal place c orthosis: 1-2 wks
AROM in AP: 4-6 wks
DF beyond 10° c brace and inv/eve s brace: 6-8 wks
2
Q
WB considerations
A
WBAT c AD and orthosis: 1-2 wks
FWB c orthosis: 3-6 wks
FWB s orthosis and c shoe lift: 6-8 wks
3
Q
max prot
A
4-6 wks
mod, ROM
- delay PF for 2 wks
muscle sets
amb c AD and immob
UE ergometer
4
Q
mod prot
A
12 wks
balance ex c orthosis
gr 3 PJM and GPS
light PRE - OKC - CKC
- delay heel raises p 12 wks
normal gait pattern
low impact CV ex
5
Q
min prot
A
5-6 mo.
balance ex c orthosis
stretching until full ROM
eccentric - gastrocsoleus
plyos