FindTrial
Sign In

Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training and Plyometric Training on Arm Power in Amateur Mixed Martial Artists

Effect of upper limb blood flow restriction training and plyometric training on upper limb power in amateur mixed martial artists: A randomized controlled trial - BFRT

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2026/04/108437
Enrollment
60
Registered
2026-04-15
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-04-27

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

None listed

Interventions

Intervention1: Blood flow restriction training with Plyometrics training: Bench press throws Week 1-2 20 25% 1RM cuffs on upper arms at about 40% tightness 3 sets 10 fast throws 45 seconds rest Week

Sponsors

Madhuvendra Pandey
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Training experience: a minimum of 3 years of structured mix martial arts experience

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: History of upper limb or shoulder injury in the past year Resting blood pressure more than 140 mmHg Heart rate more than 80 bpm Recent use of performance-enhancing drugs Additional exclusions included any diagnosed condition that could pose a contraindication for blood flow restriction such as venous thromboembolism sickle cell anemia hemophilia or other clotting disorders

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Seated medicine ball throw Indicates explosive upperbody power output independent of lower-body assistance Timepoint: From Zero week to Fourth week—

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
10RM test The heavier the load an athlete can lift for 10 clean reps, the stronger and more fatigue-resistant their muscles essential for clinch control and strike power Timepoint: From Zero week to Fourth week—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactMadhuvendra Pandey

Dr. D. Y. Patil college of Physiotherapy

khyati.khade@dpu.edu.in8999255490

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: May 1, 2026