Blood Flow Restriction Enhances Strength and Stability in Foot and Ankle Rehabilitation: A Meta-Analysis (wjgnet.com)

• BFR with low-load training significantly improves muscle strength in foot/ankle conditions.
• Functional stability gains are superior to standard rehabilitation.
• Moderate-quality evidence from 12 RCTs supports BFR integration into clinical protocols.

"This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the effect of blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy on muscle strength and stability in patients with foot and ankle conditions. Analyzing randomized controlled trials, the study finds that BFR combined with low-load resistance training significantly improves muscle strength and functional stability compared to standard rehabilitation alone. The results support the integration of BFR into clinical protocols for conditions such as ankle sprains, fractures, and tendinopathies."