Effects of Hip Blood Flow Restriction and Shockwave Therapy on Q-Angle and Plantar Pressure in Adults With Genu Varum
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Простыми словами
Автоматическая сводка по структурированным данным реестра. Она помогает сориентироваться, но не заменяет официальный протокол или оценку врача.
- Что изучают
- В протоколе указаны: Blood Flow Restriction Training, Radial Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy.
- Кому может быть актуально
- Состояния в реестре: Genu Varum. Базовые параметры: 20 лет — 40 лет · Все.
- Что важно проверить
- Возраст, диагноз и пол — только базовые ориентиры. Предыдущее лечение, анализы и другие обязательные условия указаны ниже в критериях участия.
- Где проводится
- South Korea
- Следующий шаг
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Официальное название
"A Crossover Study Investigating the Effects of Gluteus Medius-Focused Blood Flow Restriction Training With or Without Radial Shockwave Therapy on Q-Angle and Plantar Pressure in Adults With Genu Varum"
Обзор
This study aims to investigate the effects of gluteus medius-focused blood flow restriction (BFR) training, with or without the addition of radial shockwave therapy, on lower limb alignment in adults with genu varum. The study uses a crossover design and evaluates changes in Q-angle(Quadriceps-angle) and plantar pressure as primary outcomes. All interventions are non-invasive and supervised, and the goal is to identify effective therapeutic strategies to improve biomechanical alignment in individuals with bowed legs.
Подробное описание
This study investigates the effects of gluteus medius-focused blood flow restriction (BFR) training with or without radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy (rESWT) on lower limb alignment in adults with genu varum. Genu varum, commonly known as bow-leggedness, can lead to altered biomechanical patterns and increased stress on the medial knee joint. Strengthening the hip muscles, particularly the gluteus medius, may contribute to improved alignment and postural stability.
Participants will undergo two different intervention phases in a crossover design. Each phase includes a 4-week intervention period, with a 2-week washout in between. The primary outcome measures are Q-angle (quadriceps angle) and plantar pressure distribution, which will be assessed before and after each intervention phase using validated measurement tools.
This study aims to determine whether BFR training alone or combined with shockwave therapy provides greater improvement in lower limb alignment in individuals with genu varum. All interventions will be supervised, non-invasive, and conducted in a clinical setting under standardized conditions.
Вмешательства
- Поведенческое Blood Flow Restriction Training
Participants perform squats with 15% of their body weight under blood flow restriction using a thigh cuff. Hip internal rotation is set at 15 degrees. The training is conducted twice a week for 4 weeks. Cuff pressure is estimated using a predictive formula based on thigh circumference and systolic blood pressure. - Устройство Radial Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
Radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy (rESWT) is applied to the gluteus medius region prior to each exercise session. The protocol includes 2000 pulses per session, applied twice per week for 4 weeks, using a radial shockwave device.
Первичные конечные точки
- Plantar pressure Distribution [Срок оценки: Baseline and 4 Weeks Post-intervention]
Вторичные конечные точки (1)
- Quadriceps Angle (Q-angle) [Срок оценки: At Baseline and 4 Weeks After Each Intervention Period]
Критерии участия
Критерии включения
- Adults aged between 20 and 40 years
- Diagnosed with genu varum (inter-knee distance ≥ 3 cm in standing position)
- No pain or surgery history in lower extremities within the last 6 months
- Able to walk independently without assistance
- Provide written informed consent
Критерии исключения
- Neurological or musculoskeletal disorders affecting gait or posture
- Current use of medication affecting musculoskeletal or circulatory function
- Previous surgery on the spine, pelvis, or lower limbs
- Contraindications to shockwave therapy or BFR training (e.g., thromboembolic - disorders, deep vein thrombosis, cancer, etc.)
- Participation in other clinical trials within the past month
Критерии приведены из реестра в оригинале (на английском). Окончательную оценку соответствия проводит исследовательский центр.
Здоровые добровольцы: Нет
Дизайн исследования
- Распределение
- Рандомизированное
- Модель
- Перекрёстный дизайн
- Маскирование
- Открытое
- Основная цель
- Лечение
Центры проведения
South Korea · 1 центр
- Gangnam Su Rehabilitation Medicine Manual & Exercise Therapy Center — Seoul
Идентификаторы
NCT: NCT07140796 · SYU 2025-06-031-001 · Sahmyook University