Simple cuff may boost hip recovery in seniors

NCT ID NCT04809714

First seen Jan 26, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study tests whether using a blood flow restriction cuff during physical therapy helps elderly patients (65+) regain leg strength and muscle size after hip fracture surgery. Twenty participants will be followed to measure thigh circumference, muscle strength, pain, and mobility. The goal is to see if this simple technique can improve recovery without added risk.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35223, United States

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