THE USE OF BLOOD-FLOW RESTRICTION IN PHYSICAL THERAPY: MECHANISMS OF ACTION AND REHABILITATION PROSPECTS FOR PATIENTS WITH NEUROLOGICAL AND ORTHOPEDIC DISORDERS: ANALYTICAL REVIEW OF SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION SOURCES

Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of using Blood-Flow Restriction in physical therapy for patients with neurological and orthopedic conditions. Materials and Methods: Analysis of scientific and methodological literature and internet resources, synthesis, and generalization of the obtained information on the application of a pneumatic cuff in the process of physical therapy for patients with neurological and orthopedic conditions. The following methods were used: bibliosemantic method and structural-logical analysis method. Results: The process of physical therapy using Blood-Flow Restriction significantly improves muscle strength, endurance, and functional status of patients. Studies have demonstrated significant muscle hypertrophy with low-intensity loads, making the method safe for individuals with limited physical abilities. Patients with stroke, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis reported improvements in coordination, balance, and gait. Orthopedic patients experienced a reduction in pain syndrome, an increase in active range of motion, and restoration of functional status. Training with Blood-Flow Restriction activates mechanisms of metabolic stress, promotes the release of anabolic hormones such as growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor, and stimulates myogenic stem cells, accelerating tissue regeneration. The use of this technique reduces the load on the joints and cardiovascular system, making physical therapy safer and more effective for a wide range of patients. Conclusions: The use of Blood-Flow Restriction is an effective rehabilitation strategy that enables significant improvement in physical parameters with minimal risk to patients. Further research is needed to optimize application protocols for Blood-Flow Restriction use in physical therapy for patients with neurological and orthopedic conditions.