Distal humerus orif protocol. -Begin scar desensitization/massage at 2-3 weeks as wound allows. DISTAL HUMERUS OPEN REDUCTION INTERNAL FIXATION (ORIF) Physical Therapy Protocol Patient Name: ____________________________________________ Date of Surgery: _____________________ Procedure: Right / Left Distal Humerus ORIF ***Associated osseous procedure (circled if applicable): Osseous Bankart Repair Splint and postop dressing remains in place for the first 2 weeks. Grip and wrist/hand AROM immediately. -Wean from the splint at 6 weeks, discontinue by 8 weeks. PROXIMAL, MID SHAFT, OR DISTAL ORIF (Dr. Sean Griffin) Weeks 1-4 Wear the sling full time for 2 weeks, and then only wear when outside the home for 4 more weeks. Perform supination ROM only with the elbow flexed to 90 degrees. Please refer to the following protocol to guide your rehabilitation after your distal humerus fracture repair. -Hand/finger AROM/AAROM/PROM encouraged immediately. rm out of sling, straight on pillows with arm elevated for edema reduction. Physical Therapy Prescription – Distal Humerus Fracture ORIF Name:______________________________ Date:________________________________ Diagnosis: R / L elbow Distal Humerus ORIF Date of Surgery: _______________________ Associated injuries are common with distal humerus fractures, so it is important to always check specific MD orders and operative notes for variations in the orthosis and protocol. Avoid IR behind the back, lifting more than 1-2 lbs, and horizontal adduction. 2 week postoperative visit. -Splint to be worn full time except for motion exercises for the first 6 weeks. Per therapist. suzkq csawr alnen mncj mfejq ebmpat rtomf glck jaf anls