Blood Flow Restriction Training as a Targeted Intervention for Rowers With Back Pain. (NCT07130812)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of this graduate student research study is to compare the effects of low-load blood flow restriction training (LL-BFR) and heavy-load training (HLT) in high-volume rowers with mild low back pain or recurrent low back pain (LBP), aiming to determine whether LL-BFR offers a safer yet equally effective alternative to HLT for enhancing performance and reducing risk of re-injury.
Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (4 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (26 items).
Location: Loma Linda University — Loma Linda, California
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistCheck every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).
Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:
- Exclusion Criteria:
- Have severe or acute back pain that limits basic movement or requires medical treatment
- History of spinal surgery or structural spine conditions (scoliosis requiring bracing/surgery)
- Have a contraindication to BFR training, identified via BFR safety screening form:
- Peripheral vascular disease (PVD)
- History of vascular surgery in arms or legs
- Skin grafts on arms or legs
- Arteriovenous fistula in limbs
- Cognitive or physical impairment that limits participation
- Hypertension or high blood pressure (uncontrolled or undiagnosed)
- Bleeding disorders (e.g., hemophilia)
- Blood clotting disorders (e.g., lupus, factor-V Leiden)
🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Loma Linda University — Loma Linda, California
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.