Blood Flow Restriction on EMG During UQYBT

Effects of Blood Flow Restriction on Dominant Upper Extremity Electromyography During Upper Quarter Y-Balance Test

This study will help determine if blood flow restriction (BFR) changes muscle activity on people performing single arm support while reaching with the opposite arm.

This study will determine the muscular activation effects of blood flow restriction (BFR) on healthy subjects while they are performing the upper quarter y-balance test (UQYBT) with their dominant arm in stance.

Inclusion Criteria:

• aged 18 to 30 years of age
• able to perform a pushup position for one minute
• able to follow simple commands

Exclusion Criteria:

• no spine, upper extremity, or lower extremity pain
• no spine, upper extremity, or lower extremity surgery or disorder in the past six months
• no blood clotting or vascular disorder which would make BFR harmful