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Does Blood Flow Restriction Training Improve Quadriceps Function After Arthroscopic Knee Surgery?

RecruitingNAAges 14 Years - 55 YearsAllThe University of Texas Health Science Center, Ho…
NCT03096366 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of physical therapy (PT) plus BFR training compared to PT alone (without BFR training) after ACL reconstruction in patients who require extended limited weight bearing through assessment of patient reported outcomes and functional testing. The hypothesis is that PT plus BFR training will mitigate the loss of quadriceps muscle cross-sectional area, strength, and function while also improving early clinical and functional results.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction with concomitant meniscus or cartilage restoration procedures * Adherence to modified weight bearing status before initiation of PT * Expected participation in recreational or competitive sports after release to full activities Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to attend (or participate in) physical therapy * Pregnancy * Malignancy * Fracture * Peripheral vascular disease * History of deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
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What it tests

  • Blood flow restriction
  • Physical therapy
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Where

1 site
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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