Stable tear patterns (ie, vertical longitudinal, bucket handle, horizontal) are typically allowed to WBAT in a hinged knee brace locked in extension for the first 4 weeks.23,25 The brace can be unlocked to allow full flexion with adequate quadriceps control after that time, and discontinued no sooner than 6 weeks postoperatively. Complex meniscus repairs, including radial, root, and flap tears, with poor tissue quality are pro- tected with foot-flat 0% weight bearing for 4 weeks in a hinged knee brace locked in extension. These patients can typically progress to WBAT in the hinged brace after 4 weeks. The brace can be unlocked to 90 with quadriceps control, typically by 6 weeks postoperatively, and discontinued shortly thereafter. ...
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