Br J Sports Med July 2017 PMID 28259850

Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Luke Hughes, Bruce Paton, Ben Rosenblatt, Conor Gissane, Stephen David Patterson

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Discussions highlight the scientific backing presented in the publication, with examples like references to specific studies on ACL and knee osteoarthritis, illustrating interest in practical applications. The tone combines support and curiosity, with users using words like 'effective,' 'tolerable,' and mentioning potential clinical use, which shows their engagement and belief in its significance but with cautious optimism about its overall impact.

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Abstract in brief

  • Blood flow restriction (BFR) training, combined with low-load exercises, can effectively increase muscle strength and may be useful in musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
  • The systematic review analyzed 20 peer-reviewed studies, finding that low-load BFR training has a moderate positive effect on strength, though it is less effective than heavy-load training.
  • BFR training is more tolerable and potentially safer for clinical rehab, but personalized training plans are necessary to optimize outcomes and minimize risks.

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The Sp⚽️rts Physio
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But what about its use in those with injury? Well a small number of studies looking at BFR training in ACL, knee OA, myositis, and sarcopenia have found it is an effective, tolerable and potential clinical rehabilitation tool! 3/9 https://t.co/tEdI0lys60

Nov 28, 2020 · 13 likes · 3 shares · 107,692 followers View post →
Stephen Patterson
@stephen_patt · X

Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/PoKeNiGdBB

Dec 11, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 5,858 followers View post →
Chris Brandner
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@vlange09 @ChrisGaviglio Hi Valentin! Some research of interest: BFR in MSK rehab https://t.co/SB1Y9ny6xh Meta Analyses https://t.co/RR9ZODfOcJ Rotator cuff case study https://t.co/P8bOILvjeU Cross education study from lower BFR exercise to upper body no BFR (no result) https://t.co/aVyx1zQZIS

Nov 21, 2021 · 1 like · 2,689 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @BrewerPTLA: Blood Flow Restriction. Backed by studies. Source | Hughes L, Paton B, Rosenblatt B, et al. Blood flow restriction traini…

Sep 26, 2022 · 1 share · 6,701 followers View post →
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RT @LizardiLizardi: Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis Luke…

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Stephen Patterson
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-Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/PoKeNiGdBB

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RT @BrewerPTLA: Blood Flow Restriction. Backed by studies. Source | Hughes L, Paton B, Rosenblatt B, et al. Blood flow restriction traini…

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Brewer PT
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Blood Flow Restriction. Backed by studies. Source | Hughes L, Paton B, Rosenblatt B, et al. Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2017;51:1003-1011. https://t.co/Pd0SsKangF

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Okan Kamiş, PhD
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Stephen Patterson
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Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/PoKeNiGdBB

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Chris Brandner
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@vlange09 @ChrisGaviglio Hi Valentin! Some research of interest: BFR in MSK rehab https://t.co/SB1Y9ny6xh Meta Analyses https://t.co/RR9ZODfOcJ Rotator cuff case study https://t.co/P8bOILvjeU Cross education study from lower BFR exercise to upper body no BFR (no result) https://t.co/aVyx1zQZIS

Nov 21, 2021 · 1 like · 2,689 followers View post →
LucaMarson
@LucaMarson5 · X

RT @AdamMeakins: But what about its use in those with injury? Well a small number of studies looking at BFR training in ACL, knee OA, myo…

Dec 25, 2020 · 3 shares · 14 followers View post →
Osteomanmpc
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RT @AdamMeakins: But what about its use in those with injury? Well a small number of studies looking at BFR training in ACL, knee OA, myo…

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Eder Bikandi Latxaga
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RT @AdamMeakins: But what about its use in those with injury? Well a small number of studies looking at BFR training in ACL, knee OA, myo…

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The Sp⚽️rts Physio
@AdamMeakins · X

But what about its use in those with injury? Well a small number of studies looking at BFR training in ACL, knee OA, myositis, and sarcopenia have found it is an effective, tolerable and potential clinical rehabilitation tool! 3/9 https://t.co/tEdI0lys60

Nov 28, 2020 · 13 likes · 3 shares · 107,692 followers View post →
Stephen Patterson
@stephen_patt · X

-Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/PoKeNiGdBB

Jul 18, 2019 · 5,858 followers View post →
Juan Antonio González-García
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Apr 29, 2019 · 3,288 followers View post →
Ralf Pfizenmayer
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RT @LizardiLizardi: Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis Luke…

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RT @LizardiLizardi: Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis Luke…

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Blood flow restriction training in clinical musculoskeletal rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis Luke Hughes, Bruce Paton, Ben Rosenblatt, Conor Gissane, Stephen David Patterson Br J Sports Med 51 (13), 1003-1011, 2017 https://t.co/3fERjaBxU7

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