The Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Lower Limb Balance in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Hewidy, A., Youssef, E., Khalil, A., Helal, A., Abdelgalil, A. (2025). The Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Lower Limb Balance in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial. EKB Journal Management System, 4(1), 281-291. doi: 10.21608/iptccu.2025.443806
Abdelrahaman M. Hewidy; Enas F. Youssef; Ahmed A. Khalil; Ahmed S. Helal; A A. Abdelgalil. "The Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Lower Limb Balance in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial". EKB Journal Management System, 4, 1, 2025, 281-291. doi: 10.21608/iptccu.2025.443806
Hewidy, A., Youssef, E., Khalil, A., Helal, A., Abdelgalil, A. (2025). 'The Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Lower Limb Balance in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial', EKB Journal Management System, 4(1), pp. 281-291. doi: 10.21608/iptccu.2025.443806
Hewidy, A., Youssef, E., Khalil, A., Helal, A., Abdelgalil, A. The Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Lower Limb Balance in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial. EKB Journal Management System, 2025; 4(1): 281-291. doi: 10.21608/iptccu.2025.443806

The Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Lower Limb Balance in Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial

International Physical Therapy Conference - Cairo University
Volume 4, Issue 1 - Serial Number 20251, 2025, Pages 281-291    PDF (766.93 K)
Document Type: Original Article
DOI: 10.21608/iptccu.2025.443806
Authors
Abdelrahaman M. Hewidy* 1; Enas F. Youssef2; Ahmed A. Khalil3; Ahmed S. Helal4; A A. Abdelgalil5
1Physical Therapy Department, Almenshawy General Hospital, Tanta
2Department of Musculoskeletal System Disorders and its Surgeries, Physical Therapy, Cairo University
3Department of Orthopedic physical therapy, Faculty of Physical therapy, Pharos University in Alexandria
44. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University
5Department of Musculoskeletal System Disorders and its Surgeries, Physical Therapy, Cairo University.
Abstract
Background: Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a common cause of anterior knee pain, often associated with impaired lower limb balance. Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFRT) has emerged as a promising adjunct to conventional strengthening exercises to improve functional outcomes.
Purpose: To investigate the effect of BFRT added to strengthening exercises on lower limb dynamic balance in patients with PFPS.
Subjects and Assessment: Thirty-eight patients with PFPS were randomized into two groups: Group I received strengthening exercises alone (n=19), and Group II received strengthening exercises combined with BFRT (n=19). Interventions were conducted three times weekly for six weeks. SEBT was assessed at baseline, and after 6 weeks.
Results: Both groups demonstrated significant improvements in SEBT scores over time (p < 0.001). However, no statistically significant differences were observed between groups at post-treatment results point (p > 0.05).
Conclusion: Strengthening exercises, with or without BFRT, effectively improve lower limb dynamic balance in PFPS patients. BFRT did not show additional benefits over strengthening exercises alone within six weeks.
 
Keywords
Blood Flow Restriction Training; lower limb dynamic balance; Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome; Star Excursion Balance Test
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