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Pneumatic Compression vs Blood Flow Restriction for Muscle Recovery
Sponsor: University of Southern California
Summary
Both BFR and intermittent pneumatic compression are purported to decrease symptoms associated with exercise induced muscle damage (EIMD) that cause delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Blood flow restriction relies on applying pressurized cuffs to the most proximal portion of the limb. Another form of recovery often relied upon is pneumatic compression. The mechanism by which pneumatic compression works is similar to that of a massage, whereby the device progressively increases the pressure on a portion of the limb before releasing and moving further up the limb.The purpose of this study is determine whether BFR or pneumatic compression can be used to decreased DOMS which may indicate enhanced recovery.
Official title: Comparing the Effects of Pneumatic Compression and Blood Flow Restriction Therapy on Muscle Recovery
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 30 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
33
Start Date
2024-01-15
Completion Date
2026-05-01
Last Updated
2026-03-30
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Pneumatic Compression
Following downhill running protocol, participants will complete 20 minutes of pneumatic compression at 100 mmHg.
Blood Flow Restriction
Following the downhill running protocol, participants will complete 4 rounds of treatment: 3 minutes at 100% resting limb occlusion pressure, 2 minutes of 0% resting limb occlusion pressure.
Locations (1)
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California, United States