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Effect of BFR Rehab After Achilles Tendon Rupture

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllThe Methodist Hospital Research Institute
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The purpose of this study is to determine if blood flow restriction therapy after Achilles tendon rupture reconstruction decreases post-operative calf atrophy, improves reported outcomes, and ultimately decreases return to play time.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Achilles Rupture confirmed by MRI or Thompson Test * Adult * Receiving Percutaneous Achilles Repair System (PARS) or open repair * Proposed PT with Methodist Location Exclusion Criteria: * Obesity (BMI\>35) * Diabetes * Cardiovascular, renal, liver or pulmonary disease * Active infections * Cancer (current or treated within the past 2 years) or coagulation disorder * Physically unable to participate in the intervention * Unable to complete a minimum of 85% of the assigned rehabilitation sessions * Less than 18 years of age * Pregnant
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What it tests

  • Blood flow restriction with Delfi Personalized Tourniquet System (PTS)
  • Physical therapy
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Where

1 site
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, United States
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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