Impact of Blood Flow Restriction and Electrical Stimulation on Postoperative Muscle Atrophy and Pain After Total Knee Arthroplasty

Impact of Blood Flow Restriction and Electrical Stimulation on Postoperative Muscle Atrophy and Pain After Total Knee Arthroplasty

This study investigate the impact of Blood Flow Restriction Training and Electrostimulation Training on postoperative muscle atrophy and pain after elective total knee arthroplasty.

The present study invesigate the impact of passive blood flow restriction training and/or electrical stimulation training on postoperative muscle atrophy and pain after elective total knee arthroplasty.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Indication for elective total knee arthroplasty
• Understanding of the study and ability for informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Open wounds of the lower extremities
• Stents or bypasses on the location of pressure application
• Sickle Cell Anemia