Anterior Stabilization/Bankart Repair
PHASE 1: 0-4 WEEKS
- Sling at all times except for hygiene/exercises
- ROM: up to the ‘salute position’ only
- Pendulum exercises and Codman’s only until 4 weeks post-op
PHASE 2: 4 WEEKS – 8 WEEKS
- Wean from sling
- ROM: increase as tolerated
- Strengthening: begin isometrics with theraband, prone shoulder extension
- Begin scapular stabilization exercises, gentile joint mobilization
PHASE 3: 8 WEEKS – 3 MONTHS
- ROM: progress to full ROM w/o discomfort
- Strengthening: advance theraband exercises with weights
- Begin upper body ergometer
PHASE 4: 3 MONTHS+
- Begin sport specific activities, increase joint velocity of motion
- Transition to home exercise program