Effects of blood flow restriction on spine postural control using a robotic platform: A pilot randomized cross-over study.

Journal: Journal of back and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Blood flow restriction (BFR) training improves muscle strength and functional outcomes, but the proprioceptive implications of this technique in the rehabilitation field are still unknown.

Authors

  • Lorenzo Lippi
    Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont "A. Avogadro", Novara, Italy.
  • Alessio Turco
    Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont "A. Avogadro", Novara, Italy.
  • Arianna Folli
    Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont "A. Avogadro", Novara, Italy.
  • Federico Vicelli
    Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont "A. Avogadro", Novara, Italy.
  • Claudio Curci
    Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Unit, Department of Neurosciences, ASST Carlo Poma, Mantova, Italy.
  • Antonio Ammendolia
    Department of Surgical and Medical Sciences, University of Catanzaro "Magna Graecia", Catanzaro, Italy.
  • Alessandro De Sire
    Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences University of Catanzaro "Magna Grecia" Catanzaro Italy.
  • Marco Invernizzi
    Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont "A. Avogadro", Novara, Italy.