Effect of blood-flow restricted <i>vs</i> heavy-load resistance training on strength, power, and speed for healthy volunteers: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Low-load blood flow restriction (LL-BFR) training has been shown to enhance muscle strength, power, and speed, but its effectiveness compared to traditional high-load resistance (HLR) training remains unclear. This meta-analysis aimed to compare the effects of LL-BFR and HLR training on muscle strength, power, and speed.

Methodology

Studies were identified by searching the SCOPUS, SPORTDiscus, PubMed, Web of Science, and CNKI databases up to May 13, 2024, using the following inclusion criteria: (a) healthy population; (b) comparison of LL-BFR vs HLR training; (c) pre- and post-training assessment of muscle strength (dynamic, isometric, and isokinetic), muscle power, jump, or speed performance; (d) PEDro scale score ≥4. The methodological quality of the incl

SUBMITTER: Wang T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11927561 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature