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Secret weapon for bowlers: light weights + blood flow restriction may build arm power

NCT ID NCT07440810

Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether adding blood flow restriction (using elastic wraps) to low-load arm exercises could improve strength, arm size, and power in cricket fast bowlers. Twenty-four bowlers aged 18-30 took part. The goal was to see if this technique could provide muscle benefits similar to heavy weight training but with lighter loads.

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Active substance
Blood flow restriction training with low-load resistance exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a safer way for athletes to build arm strength and power without heavy weights.
What could go wrong
This was a small, completed trial with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes. The approach is also very specific to fast bowlers and may not help other conditions.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

24 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Nov 2024

Finished

Nov 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Male participants only

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Fast bowlers aged 18-30 years * At least 2 years of regular training \& experience in cricket as fast bowlers * Engaging in cricket training at least 3 times a week. Exclusion Criteria: * Serious humerus, forearm and wrist injuries within one week before training * Presence of any neurological conditions affecting muscle performance or coordination * Use of medications that could influence muscle strength, size or power * Currently involved in any other experimental training program for upper limb performance.

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Sports physical therapy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Paklions International Cricket Academy

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan

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