ReviewInternational journal of molecular sciences2024
The Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Aerobic Exercise on Body Composition, Muscle Strength, Blood Biomarkers, and Cardiovascular Function: A Narrative Review.
Review in International journal of molecular sciences, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT07309068 (Acute Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Balance and Proprioception), which is not on this map. Cited by 5 papers, 2 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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Acute Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Balance and Proprioception: A Randomized Controlled Blinded StudyAcute BFR Training Effects on Balance and Proprioception
Who cites it
5 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Effectiveness and safety of blood flow restriction training for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review with meta analysis.BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation · 2026Pooled it
- Effect of different blood flow restriction training regimens combined with low-intensity training on muscle strength and cardiovascular safety in older adults: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.Frontiers in physiology · 2025Pooled it
- Personalized blood flow restriction training at variable occlusion pressures improves multisystem function in overweight and obese older women.European journal of applied physiology · 2026Trial
- Pathological changes and therapeutic strategies for sarcopenia.EFORT open reviews · 2026Review
- Accelerating an Olympic Decathlete's Return to Competition Using High-Frequency Blood Flow Restriction Training: A Case Report.Sports (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
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Abstract
Blood flow restriction exercise has emerged as a promising alternative, particularly for elderly individuals and those unable to participate in high-intensity exercise. However, existing research has predominantly focused on blood flow restriction resistance exercise. There remains a notable gap in understanding the comprehensive effects of blood flow restriction aerobic exercise (BFRAE) on body composition, lipid profiles, glycemic metabolism, and cardiovascular function. This review aims to explore the physiological effects induced by chronic BFRAE. Chronic BFRAE has been shown to decrease fat mass, increase muscle mass, and enhance muscular strength, potentially benefiting lipid profiles, glycemic metabolism, and overall function. Thus, the BFRAE offers additional benefits beyond traditional aerobic exercise effects. Notably, the BFRAE approach may be particularly suitable for individuals with low fitness levels, those prone to injury, the elderly, obese individuals, and those with metabolic disorders.
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