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Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in Achilles Injury
Led by NYU Langone Health · Updated on 2026-06-08
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
N/A
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy as a way to help people recover from Achilles injuries. This therapy involves partially restricting blood flow in a limb during low load resistance exercises and is being compared to standard physical therapy. The study is randomized and aims to assess how BFR therapy influences muscle strength and pain in patients with tendon injuries. Participants will be divided into two groups: one receiving standard physical therapy, and the other receiving BFR therapy using a blood pressure cuff controlled by a handheld device. The cuff is applied before exercise at a pressure set by the physical therapist, and it automatically deflates after a set time. Both groups perform their exercises during the treatment period. During the study, researchers will measure muscle strength and pain levels before and after therapy using standardized scales over a 12-month period. Participants will attend scheduled assessments to monitor progress and safety. The study is led by NYU Langone Health and includes adults aged 18 to 65 who intend to undergo physical therapy for Achilles injuries.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in Achilles Injury
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Diagnosed with Achilles Injury
- At least 18 years old and younger than 65 years old
- Intending to receive physical therapy as standard care
You will not qualify if you...
- Planning to receive only standard therapy and not the study therapy
- Impaired circulation, peripheral vascular problems, previous revascularization of the limb, or severe hypertension
- Younger than 18 or older than 65 years
- Legally incompetent or mentally impaired (including minors, Alzheimer’s, dementia)
- Considered a vulnerable subject
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Up to 12 months
Participants receive either standard physical therapy or blood flow restriction therapy alongside physical therapy as part of their treatment for Achilles injury.
Regular visits for physical therapy sessions as prescribed
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
NYU Langone Health
New York, New York, United States, 10017
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Research Team
L
Larry Chen
M
Michael Moore
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
TRIPLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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