{
  "abstract": "There has been recent interest in blood flow restriction training (BFRT), a novel training method where a cuff used as a tourniquet restricts arterial inflow and venous return to a target limb during exercise. Research suggests that BFRT confers benefits in muscular strength and hypertrophy at lower loads compared with traditional training and is advantageous during rehabilitation of load-compromised individuals. Although BFRT is considered safe, inherent concerns exist regarding its effect on venous stasis and potential thrombotic events. In this case report, we illustrate a rare finding of dorsalis pedis artery (DPA) thrombosis in an elite rugby player after using BFRT postsurgery. We aim to explore the risk factor accumulation in this case and highlight the need for clinicians to be aware of relative risks and contraindications to BFRT. We also emphasise local policy and risk stratification tools to supplement decision-making processes prior to BFRT implementation.",
  "authors": [
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "Department of Research and Innovation, London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust, Harrow, UK",
        "The University of Edinburgh College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, Edinburgh, UK"
      ],
      "name": "Albert Wang"
    },
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, UK"
      ],
      "name": "Ronjan Bhattacharya"
    },
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, UK"
      ],
      "name": "Philip O’Connor"
    },
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, UK"
      ],
      "name": "Nicholas John Harris"
    },
    {
      "affiliations": [
        "Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, UK",
        "East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, Blackburn, UK"
      ],
      "name": "Marwan Al-Dawoud"
    }
  ],
  "title": "Dorsalis pedis artery thrombosis after blood flow restriction training in an elite rugby player: a complex and cautionary tale",
  "uid": "1ad6273b-d956-5f82-b48e-ecb5be812443"
}