Blood Flow Restriction Training for ACL Reconstruction Recovery
Trial Summary
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.
What data supports the idea that Blood Flow Restriction Training for ACL Reconstruction Recovery is an effective treatment?
Is Blood Flow Restriction Training safe for humans?
Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training, which uses a tourniquet to limit blood flow during exercise, is generally considered safe when used correctly. Advances in personalized tourniquet systems have reduced the risk of injuries, such as nerve damage, by controlling pressure levels, making BFR a safer option for improving muscle strength and recovery.678910
How does blood flow restriction training differ from other treatments for ACL reconstruction recovery?
What is the purpose of this trial?
While there are a number studies that have reported on the use of blood flow restriction training (BFRT) in the adult population, there is limited information about the use of BFRT in the adolescent population. This study aims to evaluate the use of BFRT in conjunction with traditional anterior ligament reconstruction (ACLR) rehabilitation in adolescents.The purpose of this study is to compare the addition of a BFRT based exercise protocol to a standard ACL rehabilitation protocol in adolescents. Does the addition of BFRT-based exercise improve strength, hypertrophy, and patient reported outcomes after ACLR in the adolescent population?
Research Team
Adam Weaver, PT, DPT
Principal Investigator
Physical Therapist
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for adolescents who have had ACL reconstruction and were active in sports before their injury. They must have completed surgery and physical therapy at Connecticut Children's, following standard protocols, without other major knee injuries or surgeries, weight bearing restrictions over 4 weeks due to additional pathology, or follow-up procedures like arthrofibrosis.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants undergo ACL reconstruction surgery followed by a rehabilitation protocol, with the experimental group receiving additional blood flow restriction training (BFRT) exercises.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in strength, hypertrophy, and patient-reported outcomes at various intervals post-operation.
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Delfi Personalized Tourniquet System
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Lead Sponsor
University of Connecticut
Collaborator