Methodological Issues and Safety Considerations in Enhancing Exercise Performance through Ischemic Preconditioning
<p id="p1">Ischemic preconditioning (IPC), a technique involving short, intermittent bouts of limb ischemia followed by reperfusion, has gained significant attention in sports science as an intervention to enhance exercise performance. Although empirical studies have reported beneficial effects on e...
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| Formato: | Capítulo de libro |
| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2025
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/1227713 |
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| Sumario: | <p id="p1">Ischemic preconditioning (IPC), a technique involving short, intermittent bouts of limb ischemia followed by reperfusion, has gained significant attention in sports science as an intervention to enhance exercise performance. Although empirical studies have reported beneficial effects on endurance, strength, and recovery, methodological inconsistencies and safety concerns remain unresolved. This chapter systematically reviews key methodological variables of IPC, including intervention devices, pressure protocols, target limbs and cycles, timing intervals, experimental designs, and participant characteristics, highlighting their potential moderating effects on IPC outcomes. Furthermore, the chapter evaluates existing safety issues in IPC applications and proposes practical strategies—such as individualized pressure control, rating of perceived exertion (RPE) monitoring, and standardized warm-up procedures—to improve the feasibility and applicability of IPC interventions. Results suggest that IPC is a low-risk and highly adaptable method with potential to enhance physical performance. However, its underlying mechanisms are yet to be unified, and its applicability remains limited. There is an urgent need for future studies with higher ecological validity across variables such as gender, age, and athletic level. This review aims to provide methodological guidance and safety references for the scientific use and further development of IPC interventions.</p> |
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| ISBN: | 978-1-83635-532-8 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.1012306 |