Low-Load Blood Flow Restriction and High-Load Resistance Training Induce Comparable Changes in Patellar Tendon Properties.

Abstract

Low-load resistance training with blood flow restriction (LL-BFR) has emerged as a viable alternative to conventional high-load (HL) resistance training regimens. Despite increasing evidence confirming comparable muscle adaptations between LL-BFR and HL resistance exercise, only very little is known about tendinous mechanical and morphological adaptations after LL-BFR. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to examine the effects of 14 wk of LL-BFR and HL training on patellar tendon adaptations.