Every surgery has a recovery protocol that goes with it. These are Dr. Ruckle’s preferred protocols for your therapist. Many surgeries fall under the “Progressive Weightbearing” protocols.

Nonoperative Protocols

• Achilles Tendinopathy

• Ankle Sprain

• Plantar Fasciitis

• Posterior Tibial Tendon Insufficiency (Flat Foot)

• General

• Arthritis

Protocols for After Surgery

• Achilles Surgery

• Ankle Instability

• Bunion (Minimally Invasive Surgery)

• Complex Bunion (Minimally Invasive Surgery)

• Cheilectomy

• Progressive Weightbearing - 2 weeks

• Progressive Weightbearing - 4 Weeks

• Range of Motion Only, Non-Weightbearing

• Total Knee Replacement

• Total Hip Replacement

Protocols for Preparing for Surgery

• Gait Training - Non-Weightbearing

• Gait Training - Weightbearing as Tolerated