Rehab protocols
Post-operative instructions, by procedure.
Download the post-op instructions for your specific surgery, and share the physical therapy protocol with your therapist to guide your recovery timeline. Always follow the version your care team gives you directly, as your plan may be adjusted for your specific case.
Shoulder
Shoulder protocols
Rotator Cuff Repair — Medium Tears
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
Rotator Cuff Repair — Large to Massive Tears
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
Biceps Tenodesis
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
Lower Trapezius Transfer
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through 6 months
Total Shoulder Replacement — Anatomic
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to function
Total Shoulder Replacement — Reverse
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to function
Shoulder Latarjet Procedure
Phase-by-phase PT protocol for Latarjet shoulder stabilization
Anterior Labrum Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
Posterior Labrum Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
HAGL Mini-Open Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
Pectoralis Major Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol for pectoralis major tendon repair
Knee
Knee protocols
ACL Reconstruction with Meniscus / PLC Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol for combined ACL and meniscus/PLC reconstruction
Meniscus Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
Quad or Patellar Tendon Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to function
Osteochondral Autograft Transfer (OATS)
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
Knee Arthroscopy — Exercise Guide
Home exercise guide for arthroscopic knee procedures
Other procedures
Additional protocols
Achilles Tendon Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol covering casting, weight-bearing, and return to activity
Hamstring Repair
Phase-by-phase PT protocol, weeks 1 through return to sport
Sports medicine
General rehab & return-to-play
Return-to-Play Guidelines
General criteria used to clear athletes for competition
Home Exercise Program — General Maintenance
Baseline strength and mobility program for in-season athletes