Blood flow restriction rehab after ACL knee surgery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma, Pain clinical trials.
This trial studies whether a special exercise method that limits blood flow to the thigh (called blood flow restriction training) can improve quadriceps strength and function during recovery after arthroscopic ACL surgery. If you qualify, you would join a structured physical therapy program and follow the study’s rehab plan.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had ACL reconstruction surgery, and also had a meniscus or cartilage repair
- You have been following the surgeon’s modified (limited) weight-bearing plan before starting physical therapy
- You expect to return to recreational or competitive sports after you’re cleared for full activity
- You can reliably attend and participate in all physical therapy visits required by the study
- You are not pregnant and do not have a current cancer (malignancy) diagnosis
- You do not have blood-vessel disease in the arms or legs, a history of deep vein blood clots (DVT), or any fracture affecting recovery
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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