Using blood flow restriction therapy after Achilles tendon surgery
Effect of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Rehabilitation After Achilles Tendon Rupture Reconstruction
This study tests if adding blood flow restriction therapy to regular physical therapy helps people recover better after Achilles tendon surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 19 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Methodist Hospital Research Institute Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Houston, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT06254794 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy combined with standard physical therapy for patients recovering from Achilles tendon rupture surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the BFR therapy group or a control group receiving only standard physical therapy. The study aims to assess outcomes such as muscle atrophy, range of motion, strength, and the time taken to return to physical activity. Measurements will be taken at various intervals post-surgery to evaluate the impact of the intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults with a confirmed Achilles tendon rupture who are undergoing surgical repair.
Not a fit: Patients with obesity, diabetes, or other significant health issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to faster recovery times and improved physical outcomes for patients recovering from Achilles tendon surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with blood flow restriction therapy in various rehabilitation contexts, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Achilles Rupture confirmed by MRI or Thompson Test * Adult * Receiving Percutaneous Achilles Repair System (PARS) or open repair * Proposed PT with Methodist Location Exclusion Criteria: * Obesity (BMI\>35) * Diabetes * Cardiovascular, renal, liver or pulmonary disease * Active infections * Cancer (current or treated within the past 2 years) or coagulation disorder * Physically unable to participate in the intervention * Unable to complete a minimum of 85% of the assigned rehabilitation sessions * Less than 18 years of age * Pregnant
Where this trial is running
Houston, Texas
- Houston Methodist Hospital — Houston, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Haley Goble
- Email: hmgoble@houstonmethodist.org
- Phone: 713.441.3930
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.