Recovery from Proximal Tibiofibular Reconstruction

What is the expected recovery from a proximal tibiofibular reconstruction?

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 muscle 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 weeks, as the ligaments 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.  Additionally, patients should avoid any deep squatting, or squatting and twisting, because this puts a significant amount of stress on this joint, for the first four months postoperatively. Most patients are cleared to begin full activities between four to six months postoperatively, assuming they have adequate restoration of proximal tibiofibular joint stability, pain relief, and return of strength, agility and endurance.

Following proximal tibiofibular reconstruction, patients undergo a structured rehabilitation program to restore joint stability, strength, and mobility. The recovery process includes protected weight-bearing, physical therapy, and progressive strengthening exercises to ensure a full return to activity. Dr. Jorge Chahla provides personalized post-surgical care and rehabilitation plans to optimize recovery outcomes. If you are recovering from proximal tibiofibular reconstruction or need guidance on rehabilitation, contact Dr. Chahla’s office in Chicago, Naperville, or Oak Brook for expert post-operative care.