Blood flow restricted (BFR) training, the brief and partial restriction of venous outflow of an extremity during low load resistance exercises, is a safe and effective method of improving strength in healthy, active individuals. A relatively unexplored potential of this adjunctive modality lies in treating patients with severe musculoskeletal trauma, persistent chronic quadriceps and hamstring weakness despite traditional therapy, and low improvement during early postoperative strengthening.This case series describes patients with chronic quadriceps and hamstring weakness who received an intervention of BFR at low loads, 20
作者:Christina, Hylden;Travis, Burns;Daniel, Stinner;Johnny, Owens
来源:Journal of special operations medicine : a peer reviewed journal for SOF medical professionals 2015 年 15卷 1期