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Feb 27, 2016 · PCL – Non Operative Rehabilitation Guideline This rehabilitation program is designed to return the individual to their activities as quickly and safely as possible. It is designed for rehabilitation following a PCL injury/tear, typically grade I and II.
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- How Is A Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injury Treated?
- Are There Complications Following PCL Surgery?
- How Long Does A PCL Injury Take to heal?
- How Can I Manage Symptoms at Home?
It depends on the severity of your PCL injury. Common posterior cruciate ligament treatments include: 1. Crutches. Your healthcare provider may recommend using crutchesto limit how much weight you put on your knee. 2. Knee brace. Bracingyour knee can address instability — a common PCL symptom. 3. Physical therapy. Certain exercises can help strengt...
Though complications are rare, there are certain risks associated with knee arthroscopy. These include: 1. Infection. 2. Bleeding. 3. Blood clots. 4. Swelling. 5. Stiffness of the knee joint.
Recovery time can vary from person to person. If your injury is mild, it may only take about 10 days to heal. If you’ve had surgery to repair your PCL, recovery could take about six to nine months.
If you’ve injured your PCL, there are ways to ease discomfort and promote healing. Recommendations include: 1. Rest. Avoid any activity that places unnecessary stress on your knee. 2. Ice. Apply a cold compress to the knee for 15 minutes, four times a day. 3. Compression. Wrapping your knee in an elastic bandage helps reduce swelling. 4. Elevation....
Non-Operative PCL Tear Rehabilitation. Phase I: 0-6 weeks. Precautions. PRICE (Protect, Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate) protocol Avoid hyperextension (12 weeks) Prevent posterior tibial translation (12 weeks) Isolated hamstring exercises should be avoided until week 12 Weight bearing.
In early stages, icing the knee and elevation of the lower limb can be helpful, but no longer than 20 minutes at a time is recommended. The below exercises are to maximize range of motion/ flexibility, while also increasing strength/ control of the knee, hips, and core.
exercises to promote successful return to sport and reduce injury risk. Patients should demonstrate > 80% on the Functional Assessment prior to initiating this program.
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Isolated hamstring exercises should be avoided for 12 weeks. Partial weight bearing with crutches (2 weeks). Prone passive ROM 0-90 degrees for 2 weeks, then progress to full ROM. PCL brace to be worn at all times including sleep and rehabilitation (minimum 12 weeks). Patellar mobilisations.
For patients with an isolated injury to the PCL, many times the injury can be treated without surgery. Initially, a brace is used to help the ligament heal, and then physical therapy is performed to strengthen the muscles around the knee, especially the quadriceps (on the front of the knee), to help stabilize the knee.
