To Alter or Not to Alter the Cuff Pressure Over an Intervention Period in Blood Flow Restriction Training

Blood flow restriction (BFR) training combines exercise with a pressurized cuff to partially reduce muscular blood flow. In both healthy and clinical populations, BFR training has been used to increase strength and muscle growth. Blood flow restriction pressure (BFRP) administered during an exercise bout is a major methodological concern of BFR training. Although some studies have found that increasing BFRP during a training intervention is beneficial, it is uncertain if BFRP changes are necessary to maintain an appropriate BFR during the training time.