The purpose of this study is to determine if blood flow restriction therapy after Achilles tendon rupture reconstruction decreases post-operative calf atrophy, improves reported outcomes, and ultimately decreases return to play time.
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Muscle mass preservation
Timeframe: pre-op, 4 weeks post op, 8 weeks post op, 16 weeks post-op
Bone density preservation
Timeframe: pre-op, 4 weeks post op, 8 weeks post op, 16 weeks post-op
Improve patient reported outcomes (Physical activity)
Timeframe: pre-op, 4 weeks post op, 8 weeks post op, 16 weeks post-op
Improve patient reported outcomes (Pain)
Timeframe: pre-op, 4 weeks post op, 8 weeks post op, 16 weeks post-op
Improve patient reported outcomes (Achilles tendon survey)
Timeframe: pre-op, 4 weeks post op, 8 weeks post op, 16 weeks post-op
Change in range of motion
Timeframe: Starting 4 weeks post op, patient will go to physical therapy twice a week until week 16.
Change in single heel raise repetitions
Timeframe: Starting 4 weeks post op, patient will go to physical therapy twice a week until week 16.