Arthroscopic Meniscectomy/Chondral Debridement

Phase I (Weeks 0-2)

1. Weightbearing: As tolerated with crutches (for balance) × 24–48 hours – progress to WBAT
2. Range of Motion – AAROM → AROM as tolerated
   • Goal: Immediate full range of motion
3. Therapeutic Exercises
   • Quad and hamstring sets
   • Heel slides
   • Co-contractions
   • Isometric adduction and abduction exercises
   • Straight-leg raises
   • Patellar mobilization

Phase II (Weeks 2-4)

1. Weightbearing: As tolerated
2. Range of Motion – Maintain full ROM; gentle passive stretching at end ranges
3. Therapeutic Exercises
   • Quadriceps and hamstring strengthening
   • Lunges
   • Wall-sits
   • Balance exercises – core work

Phase III (Weeks 4-6)

1. Weightbearing: Full weightbearing
2. Range of Motion – Full / painless ROM
3. Therapeutic Exercises
   • Leg press
   • Hamstring curls
   • Squats
   • Plyometric exercises
   • Endurance work
   • Return to athletic activity as tolerated