Gentle rehab boost: blood flow cuffs may speed hip fracture recovery in seniors
NCT ID NCT04809714
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether adding blood flow restriction therapy to standard physical therapy helps elderly patients (65 and older) recover muscle strength and size after hip fracture surgery. Twenty participants will have their thigh and leg measurements, muscle strength, pain, and function tracked. The goal is to see if this simple technique can improve recovery without extra risk.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35223, United States
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