The Impact of Blood Flow Restriction Training in Adolescents After ACL Reconstruction: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
Knee Injuries
Quadriceps Muscle Atrophy
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 12 – 18
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 40 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Connecticut Children's Medical Center · Other
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About This Trial
While there are a number studies that have reported on the use of blood flow restriction training (BFRT) in the adult population, there is limited information about the use of BFRT in the adolescent population. This study aims to evaluate the use of BFRT in conjunction with traditional anterior ligament reconstruction (ACLR) rehabilitation in adolescents.
The purpose of this study is to compare t…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Prior to surgery participated in \>50 hours/year of level I or II sports as defined by Noyes et al and planned to return to prior level.
Level I Sports (4-7 days/week) Jumping, hard pivoting, cutting (basketball, volleyball,football, soccer, gymnastics, skiing. wrestling)
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