Figure 4. Influence of inspiratory pressure assistance and inspiratory loading on leg blood flow and haemodynamics during steady-state exercise.

Figures represent absolute values over time for all exercise conditions. * indicates a significant difference between the HF and CTL groups (P < 0.05), # indicates a significant difference from the preceding exercise condition within the CTL group (P < 0.05), and † indicates a significant difference from the preceding exercise condition within the HF group (P < 0.05).