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Utilization of Vascular Restriction Training in post-surgical knee rehabilitation: a case report and introduction to
Peter M Lejkowski1, Jason A Pajaczkowski
1Graduate Studies, Sports Sciences, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, 6100 Leslie Street, Toronto, Ontario M2H 3J1. ext. 286;
Introduction:
The objective of this paper is to introduce a new and reportedly safe training technique, utilizing a vascular restriction stimulus during low intensity rehabilitative exercise and provide a case example within a post-surgical rehabilitation scenario. A brief review of the most commonly reported mechanisms of action behind the purported success of the training stimulus is included.
Methods:
19-year-old athlete presented for an accelerated post-operative knee rehabilitation program. She received a commonly utilized rehabilitation program that was supplemented with vascular restriction stimulus.
Results:
The patient maintained muscle cross-sectional area and had improved function at a 12-week follow-up.
Conclusion:
Low intensity exercise supplemented with vascular restriction may prove to be an efficient and effective means of maintaining post-surgical muscle size and subjective knee function.
