We have developed protocols (after surgery guidelines) for common operations.
After surgery guidelines
Each guideline outlines precautions such as:
- Weight bearing restrictions
- Brace or sling use
- Movement restrictions
- Recommended exercises to help your recovery
Your physiotherapist will explain each of the steps in the protocol and answer any questions along the way.
Remember to be safe. If you do not understand the precautions or how to do the exercises in the protocol, seek help and ask your physiotherapist or surgeon.
Warning: These guidelines should only be used under the direction of an orthopaedic surgeon from the RMH. They may not be suitable for similar surgery performed elsewhere. Progression through the phases of each protocol should be guided by your surgeon and treating physiotherapist.
Shoulder surgery guidelines
Biceps Tenodesis Protocol (1.2MB - pdf document)
This document outlines rehabilitation goals, precautions and exercises following biceps tenodesis surgery.
Latarjet Rehabilitation Protocol (1.1MB - pdf document)
This document outlines rehabilitation goals, precautions and exercises following Latarjet shoulder stabilisation surgery.
Rotator Cuff Repair Minimal Tension Protocol (1.1MB - pdf document)
This document outlines rehabilitation goals, precautions and exercises following rotator cuff repair with minimal tension.
Rotator Cuff Repair Under Tension Protocol (1.1MB - pdf document)
This document outlines rehabilitation goals, precautions, and exercises following rotator cuff repair under tension.
Shoulder Joint Arthroplasty Protocol (Total Shoulder & Reverse Total Shoulder) (967KB - pdf document)
This document outlines rehabilitation goals, precautions and exercises following shoulder arthroplasty (total shoulder replacement and reverse total shoulder replacement) surgery.
SLAP Labral Repair Protocol (1.0MB - pdf document)
This document outlines rehabilitation goals, precautions and exercises following SLAP labral repair surgery.
Subacromial Decompression Protocol (1.2MB - pdf document)
This document outlines rehabilitation goals, precautions and exercises following subacromial decompression surgery.
Bicep surgery guidelines
Distal Biceps Repair Protocol (1.0MB - pdf document)
This document outlines rehabilitation goals, precautions and exercises following distal biceps repair surgery.
Knee surgery guidelines
Hip surgery guidelines
Achilles tendon surgery guidelines
Last updated 17 January 2023
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Last updated 17 January 2023