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All publicly available protocols were included. Protocols were analyzed using a standardized spreadsheet to assess rehabilitation components and timelines. Descriptive statistics (median values, percentages, ranges) were calculated.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>54 rehabilitation protocols were assessed, including 22 (41%) from ERAS-affiliated academic programs or associated physicians. Postoperative weight-bearing was addressed in 53\/54 (98%) protocols, with 41 (77%) recommending toe-touch\/touchdown\/flat-foot\/20-lb weightbearing. Median duration of restricted weight-bearing was 6 weeks (range, 2\u20138 weeks). Regarding range of motion restrictions, 37 (69%) protocols limited hip flexion to 90\u00b0, 42 (78%) advised against passive adduction past neutral, and 49 (91%) against active abduction. Bracing was recommended in 30 (56%) protocols, with 25 (83%) lacking brace specification and only 5 (17%) recommending an abduction brace. Return-to-sport timelines were included in 19 (35%) protocols, with a median 16 weeks (range 12\u201324). Functional testing was mentioned in 22 (41%) protocols, though tests and criteria varied.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Substantial variability exists in the composition and timing of rehabilitation protocols following hip abductor tendon repair. 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