Can a simple cuff speed up ACL recovery?
NCT ID NCT06762392
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy to standard rehab helps people recover faster after ACL surgery. BFR uses a cuff on the thigh to partially restrict blood flow during light exercises. The trial will enroll 40 adults aged 18-45 and measure pain, strength, and range of motion over 12 weeks.
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Faculty of Physiotherapy
RECRUITINGValencia, Valencia, 46010, Spain
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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 (BFR) therapy using a pneumatic cuff
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a faster, more effective rehabilitation program for people recovering from ACL surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy is also early-stage and may not provide significant benefits over standard rehab.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.