Blood Flow Restriction Therapy for Broken Bones
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this clinical trial is to investigates the effectiveness of physical therapy augmented with blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy relative to standard physical therapy in patients after an open reduction and internal fixation of a closed tibial plateau fracture.The main aims are:* Collect functional and patient self-reported outcomes data* Assess leg muscle atrophy* Acquire motion analysis dynamics and knee strength data.Participants will be randomized into either a rehabilitation protocol or that protocol with blood flow restriction and be followed for 1 year.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
How is Blood Flow Restriction Therapy different from other treatments for broken bones?
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Blood Flow Restriction Therapy for broken bones?
Research shows that Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) therapy can help improve strength and reduce pain more quickly in patients recovering from certain types of fractures, like those in the wrist, when combined with traditional rehabilitation. This suggests it might also be beneficial for other broken bones.678910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Elizabeth Nolte, MD
Principal Investigator
Medical College of Wisconsin
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals recovering from a closed tibial plateau fracture who have undergone open reduction and internal fixation surgery. Participants should be willing to undergo physical therapy with or without blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy and be available for follow-up for one year.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive standard physical therapy or physical therapy with blood flow restriction therapy
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including assessments of knee strength, muscle atrophy, and motion analysis
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
Blood Flow Restriction Therapy is already approved in United States, Japan, European Union for the following indications:
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Medical College of Wisconsin
Lead Sponsor