Table 1 Blood flow restriction pressures20.

From: Effect of continuous and intermittent blood flow restriction deep-squat training on thigh muscle activation and fatigue levels in male handball players

Thigh circumference (cm)

Pressure used (60% AOP) (mmHg)

Pressure used (50% AOP) (mmHg)

Pressure used (40% AOP) (mmHg)

< 51

120

100

80

51–55.9

150

130

100

56–59.9

180

150

120

≥ 60

210

180

140

  1. AOP estimated arterial occlusion pressure.
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