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Pneumatic Compression vs Blood Flow Restriction for Muscle Recovery

University of Southern California · NCT06815367

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Key facts

Compensation
Not posted. Ask the study team before screening.
Who can join
Ages 18–30 · All sexes
Healthy volunteers
Accepted
Study type
Interventional · Not applicable
Target enrollment
33
US sites recruiting
1
Study start
January 15, 2024
Record last updated
March 30, 2026

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What the study 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.

Being studied: Pneumatic Compression; Blood Flow Restriction

Conditions: Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion 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.

Exclusion Criteria

  • 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

Recruiting US locations

  • University of Southern California

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    Site contact: Bailey McLagan · 323-442-2498

Study contacts (from the official record)

  • Bailey McLagan, MS · 323-442-2498 · mclagan@usc.edu
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