The impact of blood flow restriction training combined with low-load resistance training on the risk of falls in patients with knee osteoarthritis in China: a single-centre, two-arm, single-blind, parallel randomised controlled trial protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Patients with knee osteoarthritis are at a higher risk of falls compared to healthy individuals, thereby increasing the likelihood of accidental injury. Resistance training is an important strategy for managing knee osteoarthritis. Although some studies suggest that blood flow restriction training combined with low-load resistance training (LL-BFRT) is a beneficial treatment approach, its effect on fall risk and balance function in patients with knee osteoarthritis remains unclear. We aim to conduct a randomised controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of combined training in reducing fall risk and improving function in patients with knee osteoarthritis.

Methods and analysis

We will conduct a single-blind pilot randomised controlled trial involving patients

SUBMITTER: Lin Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11883605 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature