Using Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in Rehabilitation After Hip Arthroscopy Compared to Standard Physical Therapy Care Over 12 Weeks

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness of blood flow restriction BFR therapy as part of rehabilitation after hip arthroscopy surgery. The study aims to compare the use of BFR cuffs, provided by the smart training technology company SAGA, added to the current standard of care SOC physical therapy for hip arthroscopy recovery. This interventional study focuses on people with specific hip injuries including labral tears and femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups one receiving standard hip arthroscopy rehabilitation and the other receiving the same rehabilitation plus BFR therapy using cuffs during certain exercises. The BFR treatment includes a detailed 12-week exercise protocol with phases involving different exercises and frequencies, starting with six days per week and reducing to three days per week. The BFR cuff is used at 80% limb occlusion pressure for specific exercises at home and supervised clinic visits. After 12 weeks, BFR therapy is discontinued and both groups continue with standard rehabilitation. Participants will be involved in the 12-week treatment protocol beginning the day after surgery and followed for two years for ongoing assessments. They will attend weekly physical therapy visits and perform exercises at home using the BFR cuffs if in the intervention group. Researchers will measure hip extensor strength and other hip muscle strength, physical function, pain, range of motion, activity levels, and resiliency over two years. The study also includes monitoring for safety and progress through physical exams and patient-reported outcomes.

Comparison of Methods in Post Operative Hip Arthroscopy Rehabilitation