Table 1 Comparison of standard and accelerated rehabilitation protocols
Standard protocol group (n = 80) | Accelerated protocol group (n = 76) | |
|---|---|---|
Mobilization and exercise started | First postoperative day | The day of surgery |
Partial weight-bearing with two crutches started | 2–4 weeks | |
Full weight-bearing with two crutches started | 2 months | First postoperative day |
Use of two crutches continued | Next 2 months | 1 month |
Use of one crutch continued | Next 3 months | Next 2 months |