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Official title Heavy-load Resistance Training With and Without Blood Flow Restriction Therapy in Athletes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07128862
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- A 8 weeks, single-blinded randomized controlled trial will be conducted at Pakistan Sports Board (PSB). Forty-four athletes (18-35 years) will be randomized into Group A (HL-RT + BFR, n = 22) and Group B (HL-RT only, n = 22).
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 35. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Participants with age between 18 and 35 years.
- Active individual participating in sport activities at least 3 times a week for the past 6 months.
- Participants with any non-heart conditions.
- Individuals voluntarily participating and providing informed consent.
- Sprinters, Footballer
You likely can't join if
- Individuals with DVT or other pulmonary artery disease.
- Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant.
- Participants with recent musculoskeletal injuries (within the 6 months).
- Individuals currently involved in another study.
- Participants allergic to or sensitive to the materials used in the BFR bands.
- Individuals who anticipate being unable to attend all training sessions.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 35 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.