Weeks 0-4:
- Elbow is immobilized in the Bledsoe Brace at 75 degrees flexion with wrist free.
- Dressing changed at 7-10 days after surgery
- Neck strap / sling to be used for the first 2-5 days. Then, may begin AROM of shoulder
Weeks 4-6:
- Brace adjusted to 30 degrees extension, may begin active assisted flexion to 90 degrees in brace
Weeks 6-8:
- Discontinue the use of the Bledsoe Brace
- Shoulder and elbow ROM, PROM-AAROM-AROM, advance as tolerated
- Begin muscle strengthening exercises for wrist and forearm
Months 2-3:
- May begin elbow strengthening
Other Elbow PT Protocol
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