Each of the Following Is True About Guidelines for Rehabilitation

question 3

Multiple Choice

Each of the following is true about guidelines for rehabilitation after a procedure to repair an articular cartilage defect except:

• A)ROM exercises (within a protected range) typically are begun a few days postoperatively.
• B)Protective bracing is worn during early weight bearing and exercises.
• C)The larger the articular defect is, the slower the progression of postoperative rehabilitation will be.
• D)Swimming and cycling are allowed and encouraged within 2 weeks to stimulate circulation and healing with limited weight bearing.

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