Evaluating Blood Flow Restriction in ACL Rehabilitation

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to assess the effectiveness of incorporating Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) therapy into a standardized rehabilitation protocol for patients recovering from anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery. Participants aged 18-45 will be randomized into two groups: one receiving standard rehabilitation and the other receiving BFR therapy alongside rehabilitation. The study will evaluate functional recovery, muscle strength, and overall rehabilitation outcomes over a 12-week period, with assessments conducted at baseline and at 2, 6, and 12 weeks post-surgery. The goal is to determine if BFR therapy enhances recovery compared to traditional rehabilitation methods.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged between 18 and 45 years.
* Patients who have undergone anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

* Cardiovascular comorbidities
* Severe metabolic disorders or postoperative complications
* Previous joint disorders requiring surgery on the affected leg
* Pregnancy
* Coagulation disorders

Where it's running

• Faculty of Physiotherapy
  Valencia, Valencia, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Borja Perez-Dominguez, Ph.D.
• Email: f.borja.perez@uv.es
• Phone: +34 697 46 46 80

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.