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Inflammatory Response Phase Rehabilitation: Post-Surgical

Week 1: 

  • NSAIDS

  • Non-weight bearing unil most of swelling resolves 

  • Rest, ice, elevation 

  • Toe curls and toe spreads

  • Ankle AAROM, AROM, PROM                                                      -Ankle Alphabet 

  • Hand Bike (12)                          

Objectives Covered:

  • Structural Integrity: cast must be worn for approximately 2-3 weeks

  • Pain-Free Range of Motion: joint mobilizations can be utilized to increase accessory movement

  • Flexibility: passive and active range of motion with the following movements: dorsiflexion, plantarflexion, inversion, eversion, toe flexion, toe extension, and toe abduction

 

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