Can a cuff boost ACL recovery? new study tests blood flow restriction

NCT ID NCT07406763

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Ahmed Mohamed Mahmoud Abdelaziz Khalil Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) to standard rehab exercises helps people recover better after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. 36 adults aged 18-35 were randomly assigned to either standard rehab or standard rehab plus BFR. Researchers measured muscle strength, knee position sense, range of motion, pain, and function before surgery and at 1.5 and 3 months after. The goal was to see if BFR could improve recovery outcomes.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Blood flow restriction device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could lead to a more effective rehab program for people recovering from ACL surgery, helping them regain strength and function faster.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 36 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the benefits of blood flow restriction might be modest or not last long.

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ANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT (ACL) BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTION THERAPY

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Locations

Cairo University

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 11511, Egypt
Physical Therapy

Giza, 12613, Egypt

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