Blood flow training for leg fracture recovery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special exercise method called blood flow restriction training helps people heal faster after a broken shinbone (tibia). It might improve strength and recovery during physical therapy.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (18 or older) with a closed break in your shinbone (tibia).
- You can start physical therapy within 2 weeks after surgery.
- You do not have bone thinning conditions like osteoporosis.
- You do not have poor blood circulation, blood clots, bleeding disorders, or sickle cell disease.
- You do not have severe high blood pressure (above 180), kidney problems, or lymphedema.
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