Ankle ORIF

NON WEIGHT BEARING on operative leg for 6 weeks.

XRAYS at 2, 6 and 12 wks post op.

Week 0-2

• NON weight bearing.
• In splint at all times.
• Crutches for ambulation.
• Sutures out at 2 weeks.

Weeks 2 - 6:

• NON weight bearing.
• Walking boot placed.
• Begin home/in person PT –daily ankle ROM
  • Ice, NSAIDS.
  • ROM of ankle.
  • Isometrics for inversion/eversion.
  • Isotonics for plantar/dorsi flexion.

Weeks 6 - 8:

• Weight bearing as tolerated in WALKING BOOT.
• Off Crutches.
• PT for ankle conditioning and ROM.
• XRAY at 6 weeks – If evidence of healing
  • Proprioceptive training.
  • Advance to PT as tolerated.

Weeks 8 - 12:

• Weight bearing in regular shoes.
• Lace up ankle brace until week 12.
• XRAY at 12 weeks – if healed
  • 1. PT for advanced strength and sport specific training.