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Pneumatic Compression vs Blood Flow Restriction for Muscle Recovery
Led by University of Southern California · Updated on 2026-03-30
33
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
119 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
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
Official Title
Pneumatic Compression vs Blood Flow Restriction for Muscle Recovery
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age between 18 and 30 years
- Recreationally active individuals
- Women must be using hormonal contraception
- No current musculoskeletal injuries or pathologies
- Must answer "yes" to all PAR-Q questions
You will not qualify if you...
- Routine trail running training
- Discomfort when running
- History of deep vein thrombosis or blood clots
- Presence of cancerous lesions
- Sensory or mental impairment
- Unstable fractures
- Acute pulmonary edema or infections
- Acute thrombophlebitis
- Acute congestive cardiac failure
- Episodes of pulmonary embolism
- Wounds, lesions, infections, or tumors
- Bone fractures or dislocations
- Increased venous and lymphatic return
- Answers "no" to any PAR-Q screening questions
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California, United States, 90033
Actively Recruiting
Research Team
B
Bailey McLagan, MS
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
3
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