Blood flow restriction therapy may protect against bone loss following ACL reconstruction

(American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine) Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction patients often face bone and muscle loss immediately following the procedure. Researchers presenting their work today at the AOSSM/AANA Specialty Day note that combining blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy with traditional rehabilitation efforts may slow bone loss and reduce return to function time.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news