Pneumatic Compression Vs Blood Flow Restriction for Muscle Recovery

Description

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.

Conditions

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

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.

Comparing the Effects of Pneumatic Compression and Blood Flow Restriction Therapy on Muscle Recovery

Pneumatic Compression Vs Blood Flow Restriction for Muscle Recovery

Condition
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Los Angeles

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90033

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * 18-30 years of age
  • * Recreationally active population
  • * Women should be on a form of hormonal contraception.
  • * No current musculoskeletal injuries or pathologies
  • * Must answer "yes" to all PAR-Q questions.
  • * Individuals that routinely train trail running
  • * Discomfort when running
  • * Deep vein thrombosis
  • * Blood clots
  • * Cancerous lesions
  • * Sensory or mental impairment
  • * Unstable fractures
  • * Acute pulmonary edema
  • * Acute thrombophlebitis
  • * Acute congestive cardiac failure
  • * Acute infections
  • * Episodes of pulmonary embolism
  • * Wounds, lesions, infection, or tumors
  • * Bone fractures or dislocations
  • * Increased venous and lymphatic return
  • * Answers "no" to any of the PAR-Q screening questions

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to 30 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

University of Southern California,

Study Record Dates

2025-07-01