RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07128862

Heavy-load Resistance Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in Athletes

Effects of Heavy-load Resistance Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction Therapy on Quadriceps Muscle Strength and Endurance in Athletes

Sponsor

Riphah International University

Enrollment

44 participants

Start Date

Jul 30, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Sports Physical Therapy

Summary

A 8 weeks, single-blinded randomized controlled trial will be conducted at Pakistan Sports Board (PSB). Forty-four athletes (18-35 years) will be randomized into Group A (HL-RT + BFR, n = 22) and Group B (HL-RT only, n = 22). BFR will be applied at 50% limb occlusion pressure during lower-body exercises (squats, leg press). Both groups trained 3x/week for 4 weeks at 70-80% 1RM. Outcomes included 1RM strength, squat endurance, push-up performance, and International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) scores.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 35 Years

Inclusion Criteria5

Participants with age between 18 and 35 years.
Active individual participating in sport activities at least 3 times a week for the past 6 months.
Participants with any non-heart conditions.
Individuals voluntarily participating and providing informed consent.
Sprinters, Footballer

Exclusion Criteria6

Individuals with DVT or other pulmonary artery disease.
Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant.
Participants with recent musculoskeletal injuries (within the 6 months).
Individuals currently involved in another study.
Participants allergic to or sensitive to the materials used in the BFR bands.
Individuals who anticipate being unable to attend all training sessions.

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Interventions

OTHERHeavy-Load Resistance Training with Blood Flow Restriction

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training (also known as "Kaatsu" training is an innovative and increasingly popular exercise technique to improve muscle strength and hypertrophy with relatively low loads. Heavy Load Resistance Training (HL-RT) is one of the most effective exercise methodology that is widely used to increase muscular strength and hypertrophy.

OTHERHeavy-Load Resistance Training Only

Heavy Load Resistance Training (HL-RT) is one of the most effective exercise methodology that is widely used to increase muscular strength and hypertrophy.