MPFL Rehab Protocol
Keys to a Successful Outcome
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Therapy should start 7 to 10 days after the surgery to prevent knee stiffness
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Avoid over-stressing fixation or dynamic valgus early in the rehabiliation process
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No running until week 16
*Should be worn night and day, can be removed for therapy and hygiene
**Avoid closed chain exercises on land past 90° of knee flexion to avoid over-stressing the repair