Pre-Surgery exercise boosts strength before knee replacement
NCT ID NCT06111690
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a pre-surgery exercise program using blood-flow restriction training in 16 older adults waiting for total knee replacement. The goal was to see if it is safe, well-tolerated, and improves muscle strength and function before surgery. Results will help design larger studies to ease recovery.
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UT Health San Antonio- Dept. of Physical Therapy
San Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States
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