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Blood Flow Restriction Training in Patients With Lower Extremity Fractures

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 100 YearsAllDenver Health and Hospital Authority
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study will look at the effect of using a blood flow restriction device during low load strengthening exercises on patients with tibial shaft fractures, compared to patients performing exercise without the device. The study will compare muscle strength, muscle size, fracture healing, and return to normal function between the two groups.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult with closed tibial shaft fracture * Ability to begin physical therapy treatment within 2 weeks post-operatively Exclusion Criteria: * History of osteoporosis or osteopenia * Impaired circulation in the limb * Active deep vein thrombosis * Clotting disorders or other elevated risk of embolism * Sickle cell anemia * Infection in extremity * Renal compromise * Severe uncontrolled hypertension (SBP\>180) * Lymphedema * Under age 18 * Pregnancy * Prisoner
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What it tests

  • Blood Flow Restriction with low load exercise
  • Therapeutic Exercise
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Where

1 site
Denver Health Medical Center
Denver, 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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