This study is looking at ways to improve quadriceps (thigh muscle) strength in teenagers aged 13-17 who have had ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction surgery. Researchers are comparing a standard physical therapy program with a program that also includes NMES (neuromuscular electrical stimulation) and BFR (blood flow restriction). NMES uses electrical impulses to help muscles contract, and BFR involves using a cuff to reduce blood flow to the limb during exercise. The main goal is to see how well the quadriceps muscles can produce force and maintain a steady force at 12 and 16 weeks after surgery. You can join if you are 13-17 years old, have had an ACL tear, and no prior knee injuries or conditions that would make NMES or BFR unsafe. The study is currently recruiting 20 participants.

Study design

This is an interventional study comparing two rehabilitation approaches. It plans to enroll 20 participants.

What's involved

Participants will undergo either standard physical therapy or physical therapy combined with NMES and BFR for 16 weeks. Quadriceps function will be measured at 12 and 16 weeks post-surgery.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Quadriceps function will be measured at 12 and 16 weeks after surgery.

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