Hemodynamic Effects of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression for Sports

Hemodynamic Effects of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression for Sports: A Double-blinded Randomized Crossover Study

The aim of this randomized crossover trial is to assess the hemodynamic effects caused by the use of 2 distinct intermittent pneumatic compression protocols on athletes.

The main questions it aims to answer are:

• Does intermittent pneumatic compression enhance athletes blood flow?
• If yes, what pressure is better to cause this enhancement?

Inclusion Criteria:

• male gender
• healthy
• competing in soccer of track and field for at least two years
• not have performed any physical activity on the data collection day

Exclusion Criteria:

• more than one risk factor for thromboembolism (e.g., use of tobacco, varicose veins)
• injured athletes