Blood Flow Restriction Training on Upper Extremity Grip Strength

NCT ID: NCT06535373

Last Updated: 2024-10-15

Basic Information

• Recruitment Status: RECRUITING
• Clinical Phase: NA
• Total Enrollment: 40 participants
• Study Classification: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Start Date: 2024-08-19
• Study Completion Date: 2025-12-31

Brief Summary

The primary objective of this prospective study is to investigate the effects of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training compared to traditional low-weight resistance training on grip strength in young adults.

Despite the growing interest in BFR training and its potential benefits, there is limited research specifically investigating its impact on grip strength. Understanding the effects of BFR training on grip strength could have significant implications for individuals seeking to optimize their grip performance, rehabilitation settings, and sports performance enhancement. Additionally, examining the safety and efficacy of BFR training for this specific outcome will contribute valuable insights to the scientific community.

Detailed Description

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training, also known as occlusion training, is an innovative exercise technique that involves using a tourniquet or blood pressure cuff to partially restrict blood flow to the working muscles during resistance exercises. This unique approach allows individuals to achieve significant muscle strength and hypertrophy gains with lower resistance loads, making it a promising alternative to traditional high-intensity training methods. BFR training has been extensively studied in various populations, demonstrating its potential benefits for muscle growth, strength, and endurance across different muscle groups.

While much research has focused on the effects of BFR training on large muscle groups like the quadriceps and biceps, there is a paucity of studies specifically investigating its impact on upper extremity grip strength. Grip strength is a fundamental measure of hand and forearm muscle function, playing a crucial role in various activities of daily living, occupational tasks, and sports performance. Understanding the effects of BFR training on grip strength could provide valuable insights into optimizing hand and forearm strength and functional capacity.

The current study seeks to fill this research gap by examining the effects of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training on upper extremity grip strength in a healthy young adult population. By exploring this novel application of BFR training, we aim to contribute to the existing body of knowledge surrounding BFR's potential benefits for grip strength enhancement. The results of this study may have implications for athletes, rehabilitation programs, and individuals seeking efficient and effective ways to enhance their grip strength and overall upper extremity function.

Conditions

Healthy Volunteers

Study Design

• Allocation Method: RANDOMIZED
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Primary Study Purpose: TREATMENT
• Blinding Strategy: DOUBLE

Study Groups

Blood flow restriction with low-weight resistance training (LWRT) group

a blood flow restriction with low-weight resistance training (LWRT) group

Group Type: EXPERIMENTAL

Blood flow restriction

Intervention Type: OTHER

Both groups will undergo a 6-week training intervention with training 2x a week, after which grip strength and other relevant outcomes will be measured and compared. Exercise sessions will be at least 48 hours apart. Participants will be allowed to continue with their normal exercise routine outside of the study.

No Blood flow restriction group which just does LWRT

a non blood flow restriction group which just does low-weight resistance training

Group Type: NO_INTERVENTION

No interventions assigned to this group

Interventions

Blood flow restriction

Both groups will undergo a 6-week training intervention with training 2x a week, after which grip strength and other relevant outcomes will be measured and compared. Exercise sessions will be at least 48 hours apart. Participants will be allowed to continue with their normal exercise routine outside of the study.

Intervention Type: OTHER

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

• Participants must be between 18 and 35 years old at the time of enrollment.

Participants should be in good general health with no known cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, or neurological disorders that could interfere with exercise participation.

Participants must provide informed consent before enrollment in the study, indicating their willingness to participate voluntarily.

Exclusion Criteria

• Participants with a history of cardiovascular disease (e.g., heart disease, hypertension), musculoskeletal injuries (e.g., fractures, dislocations), or neurological disorders (e.g., neuropathy) that could affect exercise performance will be excluded.

Participants taking medications or supplements that may impact muscle strength, metabolism, or blood flow will be excluded from the study.

Pregnant individuals will be excluded due to potential risks associated with exercise and blood flow restriction during pregnancy.

Individuals with recent upper extremity injuries, such as strains, sprains, or fractures, will be excluded until fully recovered.

Blood Pressure: Participants with uncontrolled high blood pressure or other medical conditions affecting vascular health may be excluded due to potential risks associated with blood flow restriction.

• Minimum Eligible Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Eligible Age: 35 Years
• Eligible Sex: ALL
• Accepts Healthy Volunteers: Yes

Sponsors

Azusa Pacific University

OTHER

Sponsor Role: collaborator

Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare

OTHER

Sponsor Role: lead

Responsible Party

Emily Rosario

DIrector of Research

Responsibility Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

Casa Colina Healthcare and Hospital

Pomona, California, United States

Site Status: RECRUITING

Countries

United States

Facility Contacts

Emily Rosario, PhD

Role: primary

erosario@casacolina.org

909-596-7733 ext. 3036

Other Identifiers

BFRGRIP

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id