Partial weight bearing status allows the patient to place a prescribed amount of resistance on the involved limb. The amount of weight is determined by the physician and is carried out in physical...

Partial weight bearing status allows the patient to place a prescribed amount of resistance on the involved limb. The amount of weight is determined by the physician and is carried out in physical therapy by grading the resistance by a percentage of the patient's weight (20%, 30%, 50%, etc.).