Simple rehab twist boosts ACL recovery, study finds

NCT ID NCT07406763

First seen Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) training to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after ACL knee surgery. 36 adults aged 18-35 who had ACL reconstruction took part. The BFR group did the same exercises as the control group but with a cuff that partially restricts blood flow to the leg. Researchers measured muscle strength, knee awareness, movement, pain, and function before surgery and at 1.5 and 3 months after.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cairo University

    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 11511, Egypt

  • Physical Therapy

    Giza, 12613, Egypt

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