RecruitingTibial FracturesLower Extremity Fracture
Blood Flow Restriction Training in Patients With Lower Extremity Fractures
Eligible age
18–100 yrs
Accepts
All genders
Locations
1 state
Healthy volunteers
Yes
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About this study
This study will look at the effect of using a blood flow restriction device during low load strengthening exercises on patients with tibial shaft fractures, compared to patients performing exercise without the device. The study will compare muscle strength, muscle size, fracture healing, and return to normal function between the two groups.
Sponsor: Denver Health and Hospital Authority
You may qualify if…
- ✓ Adult with closed tibial shaft fracture
- ✓ Ability to begin physical therapy treatment within 2 weeks post-operatively
You may not qualify if…
- ✕ History of osteoporosis or osteopenia
- ✕ Impaired circulation in the limb
- ✕ Active deep vein thrombosis
- ✕ Clotting disorders or other elevated risk of embolism
- ✕ Sickle cell anemia
- ✕ Infection in extremity
- ✕ Renal compromise
- ✕ Severe uncontrolled hypertension (SBP\>180)
Where it's recruiting
Colorado
Denver
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT06496035 · last updated 2025-11-21