Randomisierte, Kontrollierte Untersuchung Der Wirksamkeit Von Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)-Training Zur Behandlung Der Epicondylopathia Humeri Radialis
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 招募中
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 40
- 试验地点
- 2
- 主要终点
- clinical evaluation of the elbow
研究概览
简要总结
The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Blood Flow Restriction Training for the treatment of lateral elbow epicondylopathy.
详细描述
- To test a non-invasive, rapid treatment option for epicondylopathia humeri radialis for its effectiveness, Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training will be supplemented to the applied exercise therapy. In BFR training, blood flow to the muscle is reduced by tying off the limb to be trained, e.g. with a blood pressure cuff, to achieve mechanical compression of the underlying blood vessels. This results in increased accumulation of blood in the capillary bed distal to the pressure cuff. Although isolated adverse effects have been reported, based on the current literature, it can be assumed that BFR training is comparable to conventional training in terms of safety for the user. Regarding the effect of BFR applications, it has been shown that even BFR without additional training measures can reduce muscle atrophy occurring during immobilization. A systematic literature review confirmed the positive effect of BFR augmented strength training in terms of strength development as well as muscle gain. The first positive results of BFR training compared to conventional physiotherapy have already been shown in rehabilitation after replacement surgery of the anterior cruciate ligament and after treatment of a radius fracture. Therefore, there is a scientific interest to verify the effectivity of this method in another disease of the musculoskeletal system, epicondylopathia humeri radialis.
Question: Does the implementation of a BFR-protocol in the physiotherapeutic treatment of epicondylopathia humeri radialis lead to a significantly pain relief and function improvement in the affected hand? Hypothesis: The implementation of a BFR-protocol in the physiotherapeutic treatment leads to a significantly pain relief an function improvement in comparison to a cohort without BFR. 2. All patients who meet the inclusion criteria will be informed about the study in the special consultation for shoulder and elbow diseases and asked whether they would like to participate and will receive a declaration of participation if they agree. Patients are informed in detail that participation is voluntary, and that non-participation will not result in any disadvantages for their treatment. Prior to the start of therapy, one of the above-mentioned study physicians will personally inform the patient about the risks and benefits of the study. After sufficient time for reflection, the corresponding declaration of participation is gone through with the patient, signed by both parties in case of consent and the patient receives a copy of it. After signing the participation form, an appointment will be made to start the six-week randomized physiotherapy (2x per week a 20min; group A: Physiotherapy + BFR while intermittently wearing the BFR cuff (Delfi Medical Innocation Inc., Vancouver, Canada) at 50% of arterial occlusion pressure analogous to previous studies; Group B Physiotherapy + sham-BFR (BFR cuff inflated to 20mmHg). Patients are informed that they can discontinue therapy without giving a reason.
Physiotherapy treatment will be performed according to the current evidence-based protocol in the Department and Polyclinic for Sports Orthopedics of the Klinikum rechts der Isar of the Technical University of Munich twice a week over a period of six weeks. Randomization will be done by the treating physiotherapist(s) before the first physiotherapy session. Before the start of the first therapy unit (T1), as well as after completion of the six-week intervention (T2), six weeks after completion of therapy (T3) and again 12 weeks aufter completion of the physiotherapeutic treatment (T4), both clinical examinations to assess the progress of therapy by a blinded study physician and the completion of a standardized questionnaire by the subject will take place. No travel or expense allowance is provided. During the clinical examination, the joint status as well as the clinical signs of epicondylopathia radialis humeri will be collected. Further data collection is performed by means of questionnaires.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- Triple (Participant, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
盲法说明
The Participant is randomly assigned to a cohort by drawing a number. Only the attending physiotherapist knows which number belongs to which cohort and start then either the BFR-training or the sham-BFR. The examining doctor in the preliminary investigation and in the follow-ups does not know how the patients were treated. Also the outcomes assessor has no informations about the treatment of the patients, therefore the assessment of the results is also carried out blindly.
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 65 Years（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •diagnosis of lateral epicondylitis
- •duration of symptoms > 6 weeks
- •failed physical therapy
- •absence of x-ray abnormalities
- •written and informed consent
排除标准
- •prior joint infiltrations
- •duration of symptoms > 12 months
- •concomitant rheumatoid diseases
- •concomitant elbow pathologies, including medial epicondylitis
- •concomitant radicular symptoms of the cervical spine, shoulder or hand
- •traumatic etiology of symptoms
结局指标
主要结局
clinical evaluation of the elbow
时间窗: 3 Months
clinical Evaluation including: Range of Motion
Visual Analog Scale for pain
时间窗: 3 months
VAS at rest and at dorsal extension of the hand. Measuring the pain on a scale from 1-10. 1 means no pain and 10 means extreme pain. The investigators are measuring the pain on the VAS scale once before and three times after the intervention within a time frame of 3 Months (directly after the intervention, 6 weeks after the intervention and 12 Weeks after the intervention). A higher score means a worse outcome, a lower score means a better outcome.
Mayo Elbow Performance Score
时间窗: 3 Months
The Mayo Elbow Performance Score (MEPS) is a clinical tool used to assess the function of the elbow joint, particularly in patients with elbow disorders or after treatment (e.g., surgery). It evaluates pain, range of motion, function, and elbow stability. Range of Scores: 0 to 100. 100 represents excellent elbow function with no pain. 75-89 is considered good, 60-74 is fair, and below 60 is poor. Scores are assessed before and three times after the intervention: Immediately post-intervention. 6 weeks post-intervention. 12 weeks post-intervention. This allows tracking of elbow recovery and functional improvement over time. A higher score indicates better recovery and elbow function.
Short-form 36 questionnaire (SF-36)
时间窗: 3 Months
It is a questionnaire which is answered by the patients. The SF-36 (Short Form 36) Health Survey is a widely used questionnaire designed to assess an individual's overall health status. It measures eight domains of health: Physical Functioning Role Physical Role Emotional Mental Health Vitality (Energy/Fatigue) Social Functioning Pain General Health Each domain is scored on a scale from 0 to 100, with 0 representing the worst health status and 100 representing the best. The scores are then used to evaluate physical and mental health, as well as the impact of health on daily functioning. Range of Scores: 0-100 for each domain. Higher scores represent better health and functioning. Lower scores indicate greater impairment or worse health status. It helps in understanding an individual's quality of life and the impact of disease or disability on their physical and mental well-being. It is commonly used to evaluate patient health outcomes.
Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand questionnaire
时间窗: 3 Months
The DASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand) questionnaire is a tool used to assess the physical function and symptoms in patients with musculoskeletal disorders of the upper limb. It evaluates function and pain in daily activities. Range of Scores: 0 to 100. 0 represents no disability (full function, no pain). 100 represents maximum disability (severe limitation and pain). The DASH score is typically measured before and three times after an intervention: Immediately post-intervention. 6 weeks post-intervention. 12 weeks post-intervention. Lower scores indicate better function and less disability, while higher scores show greater functional impairment and pain. The DASH helps to monitor recovery and the effectiveness of treatments for upper limb conditions.
Patient rated tennis elbow evaluation questionnaire
时间窗: 3 Months
The Patient-Rated Tennis Elbow Evaluation (PRTEE) is a questionnaire specifically designed to assess the severity of symptoms and the impact of lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) on a patient's daily life. It evaluates pain and function in the elbow, particularly in activities related to gripping and arm movement. Range of Scores: 0 to 100. 0 represents no pain or disability. 100 represents maximum pain or disability. The PRTEE is typically assessed before and three times after an intervention: Immediately post-intervention. 6 weeks post-intervention. 12 weeks post-intervention. Lower scores indicate less pain and disability, while higher scores suggest greater severity of symptoms. It is used to track the patient's progress and recovery from tennis elbow over time.
Strength-Measurement: Dorsal extension of the hand
时间窗: 3 Months
Strength-Measurement: Dorsal extension of the hand using a dynamometer (MicroFET 2, Hoggan Scientific, Salt Lake City, USA). Measuring the affected elbow and the non-affected elbow
Drop-Out
时间窗: 3 Months
statistical measurement of patients drop-out-quote using a Questionnaire about potential change to surgical Interventions or another type of therapy. statistical measurement of Lost to follow-up patients
clinical examination of the elbow
时间窗: 3 months
A clinical examination of the elbow is performed. The focus here is on the examination of possible instability in the elbow joint. To this end, varus-axis stress is applied and the ability to open the joint is checked. The examination is assessed before and three times after an intervention: Foldability and instability indicate a poor outcome
次要结局
- Questionnaire(3 Months)
- Body mass index (BMI)(3 Months)
- Return-to-sports(3 Months)
- Return-to-work(3 Months)