Blood flow restriction training after knee arthroscopy
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests a type of physical therapy called blood flow restriction training, which uses a cuff to partially reduce blood flow while you exercise, to help your knee recover after arthroscopy. It may help strengthen your muscles with lighter weights, which could be easier on your knee.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for or have had knee arthroscopy (a minimally invasive knee surgery).
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You do not have blood vessel or blood clotting problems (like deep vein thrombosis or hemophilia).
- You have not had any prior knee surgery on the same knee.
- You do not have any other significant knee problems in the other knee.
- You are not pregnant and can commit to follow-up visits.
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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