๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2025-09-24

Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in Lower Limb Extensor Injuries (NCT04149977)

Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in Lower Limb Extensor Injuries: A Randomized Controlled Double-Blind Study

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: NYU Langone Health

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The primary objective of the study is to determine the efficacy of blood flow restriction therapy on patients with lower limb extensor injuries by measuring pre and post blood flow restriction therapy strength and muscle mass.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: NYU Langone Health โ€” New York, New York

Age range: 18 Years to 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Physical Therapy with pressure cuff (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Physical Therapy with placebo pressure cuff (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • NYU Langone Health โ€” New York, New York

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (517) 575-5522

Email: Samy.shelbaya@nyulangone.org

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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