Qualitative Evaluation of Patient Experiences with Low-Load Blood Flow Restriction and Heavy-Load Resistance Training Post-ACL Reconstruction.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Low-load blood flow restriction training (LL-BFRT) has been suggested as an alternative to heavy-load resistance training (HLRT) following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction. While current research primarily focuses on the clinical outcomes of LL-BFRT and HLRT, patients' experiences with these rehabilitation methods remain unexplored. Such an exploration may provide insights that can contribute to more patient-centered rehabilitation approaches.

Purpose

This study aims to explore patients' experiences with strength rehabilitation using LL-BFRT or HLRT following ACL reconstruction. Study design: Qualitative Cohort study.

Methods

Patients who had undergone primary bone-patellar tendon-bone ACL reconstruction and completed an LL-BFRT or HLRT proto

SUBMITTER: Koc B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12490890 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature