Recovery from Tibial Plateau ORIF Surgery

What is the expected recovery from a tibial plateau ORIF?

Your recovery from a tibial plateau ORIF will begin the first day after your operation. Immediate physical therapy intervention allows for optimal recovery of one’s range of motion and quad re-activation. Subsequent phases of post-operative rehabilitation are strategically outlined to enhance recovery and prevent future injury. Immediately following surgery, you will be non-weight bearing for 6-8 weeks, as the fracture site needs to heal before weight can be applied to the operative leg. Compliance with the non-weightbearing recommendation is critical in overall success from the surgery.

Recovery from a tibial plateau ORIF takes an average of 6-9 months including full rehabilitation to restore range of motion, strengthen the muscles, restore balance, and recover full function. Furthermore, injury prevention after completing the rehabilitation remains of utmost importance to prevent subsequent injuries.

If you suspect you have a tibial plateau or tibial avulsion fracture, or if you are experiencing knee pain, contact Dr. Chahla today to schedule a knee evaluation. Dr. Jorge Chahla is a sports medicine orthopedic complex knee surgeon in Chicago, Illinois who specializes in the treatment of complex knee and knee ligamentous injuries. He is internationally recognized for his contributions to the field of sports medicine. Dr. Chahla’s focus is on customized and personalized care to meet the needs of each of his patients. He uses minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures to preserve the natural joint and reduce recovery time to accelerate his patients’ return to the activities they love.