Table 3.
Model of exercise prescription with P-BFR.
| Guidelines | |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 1–2 times per day (duration of bed rest/immobilization) |
| Restriction time | 5 min intervals |
| Type | Small and large muscle groups (arms and legs/uni or bilateral) |
| Sets | 3–5 |
| Cuff | 5 (small), 10 or 12 (medium), 17 or 18 (large) |
| Rest between sets Pressure | 3–5 min Uncertain – higher pressure may be needed (70–100% AOP) |
| Restriction form | Continuous |