Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Therapy for Muscular Strength, Hypertrophy, and Endurance in Healthy and Special Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Journal: Clinical journal of sport medicine : official journal of the Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine
PMID: 36083329

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: Blood flow restriction (BFR) training is an increasingly applied tool with potential benefits in muscular hypertrophy, strength, and endurance. This study investigates the effectiveness of BFR training relative to other forms of training on muscle strength, hypertrophy, and endurance.

Authors

  • Edward Perera
    St. George's, University of London, London, United Kingdom.
  • Xi Ming Zhu
    St. George's, University of London, London, United Kingdom.
  • Nolan S Horner
    Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada; and.
  • Asheesh Bedi
    MedSport, University of Michigan, Michigan, Ann Arbor.
  • Olufemi R Ayeni
    Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada; and.
  • Moin Khan
    Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada; and.

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