A Review of the Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Peripheral Vascular Function
The combination of blood flow restriction and low-intensity resistance exercise provides a more suitable and efficient option for people who are unable to engage in high-intensity resistance exercise.Blood flow restriction training(BFRT)is typically performed using pneumatic cuffs applied to the proximal end of the moving limb for training.Blood flow restriction training can limit venous reflux,reduce arterial inflow,alter central and peripheral hemodynamics,and increase metabolic pressure.At present,the application of blood flow restriction training is relatively widespread,usually combined with aerobic exercise or low-intensity resistance exercise.The main target audience includes the general healthy population,athletes,people with low exercise ability,elderly people,and clinically bedridden patients.Therefore,it is crucial to study whether the impact of blood flow restriction training on peripheral blood vessels is negative or positive,long-term or short-term.However,the impact of blood flow restriction training on peripheral vascular function is not fully understood,and there is currently limited research in China.Therefore,this article reviews the impact of blood flow restriction training on peripheral vascular function both domestically and internationally,aiming to provide more theoretical support for the application of blood flow restriction training.