NCT03096366NARecruiting
Does Blood Flow Restriction Training Improve Quadriceps Function After Arthroscopic Knee Surgery?
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Start Date
11/21/2017
Completion Date
12/1/2022
Summary
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.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 14 years to 55 years
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)
Interventions
DEVICE
Blood flow restriction
OTHER
Physical therapy
Conditions
Quadriceps AtrophyACL Reconstruction
Locations
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas 77030
United States