Hormonal
KAATSU training, defined as low-intensity resistance exercise combined with restricted venous blood flow via proximal limb compression, increases muscle mass and strength in healthy individuals and patients.
KAATSU training involves wearing a specialized cuff on your upper arms or thighs while performing low-intensity resistance exercises. The cuff restricts venous return to create a 'pump' without cutting off arterial blood flow. This method is designed to build muscle and strength with lighter weights, potentially benefiting older adults or those recovering from injury who cannot handle heavy loads. It requires professional instruction to ensure the pressure is safe and effective.
Applied basic and clinical research conducted over the past 10 years has demonstrated that KAATSU Training not only improves muscle mass and strength in healthy volunteers, but also benefits patients with cardiovascular and orthopedic conditions.
Why this rating
The paper is a review of the author's own work and collaborations, citing preliminary results and abstracts rather than large-scale independent randomized controlled trials.
Source
The history and future of KAATSU Training
Yoshiaki Sato · International Journal of KAATSU Training Research · 2005
DOI 10.3806/ijktr.1.1
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