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A Systematic Review Of The Effects Of Blood Flow Restriction Training On Quadriceps Muscle Atrophy And Circumference Post Acl Reconstruction, Derek Charles, Ryan White, Caleb Reyes, Drew Palmer
A Systematic Review Of The Effects Of Blood Flow Restriction Training On Quadriceps Muscle Atrophy And Circumference Post Acl Reconstruction, Derek Charles, Ryan White, Caleb Reyes, Drew Palmer
Physical Therapy Faculty Research
Background:
ACL reconstruction often results in an extended period of muscle atrophy and weakness. Blood flow restriction (BFR) training is a technique that has been shown to decrease muscle atrophy in a variety of populations.
Purpose:
The purpose of this systematic review was to analyze the research presented on the effect of blood flow restriction training on quadriceps muscle atrophy and circumference post ACL reconstruction.
Study Design:
Systematic Review
Methods:
Articles were reviewed using the databases Google Scholar, PubMed, and EBSCO. Keywords included blood flow restriction training, ACL reconstruction, and quadriceps.
Inclusion criteria included:
English language, peer-reviewed journals; randomized control …