Physiotherapy Information for Health Professionals
Weight Bearing Definitions:
Non-Weight Bearing (NWB): No weight allowed.
Feather Weight Bearing (FeWB or TTWB): Minimal weight allowed (i.e. not enough to crush an eggshell under their foot).
50% Weight Bearing (50%WB): Up to half of patient’s body weight is allowed. Two crutches or a standard walker are necessary at all times.
Protected Weight Bearing (PTWB or PWB): Weight bearing as tolerated but gait aids are mandatory at all times until further follow-up with the surgeon.
Weight Bearing as Tolerated (WBAT): Patient is allowed as much weight as they feel comfortable with. Gait aid use is at the discretion of the treating physiotherapist.
