The Peripheral Venous Heart

McLACHLIN, J; McLachlin, A. D.

doi:10.1001/archsurg.1958.04370010100009

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“…This systemic approach is based on results showing that total blood flow can be efficiently stimulated by intensifying the pumping action associated with calf muscle contractions from techniques such as electromyostimulation, cuff inflation, or walking. 20 Indeed, these muscles, which have been termed the ''peripheral venous heart,'' ''calf muscle pump,'' and ''musculovenous pump,'' were responsible for 80% of the venous return [21][22][23] and considered a second heart. A low-intensity, repetitive mechanical contraction-relaxation muscle cycle may increase local and total blood flow, translocation, and removal of metabolites and reduce intracellular fluid volume.…”

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Recovery After High-Intensity Intermittent Exercise in Elite Soccer Players Using VEINOPLUS Sport Technology for Blood-Flow Stimulation

Bieuzen

Pournot

Roulland³

et al. 2012

Journal of Athletic Training

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Context Electric muscle stimulation has been suggested to enhance recovery after exhaustive exercise by inducing an increase in blood flow to the stimulated area. Previous studies have failed to support this hypothesis. We hypothesized that the lack of effect shown in previous studies could be attributed to the technique or device used. Objective To investigate the effectiveness of a recovery intervention using an electric blood-flow stimulator on anaerobic performance and muscle damage in professional soccer players after intermittent, exhaustive exercise. Design Randomized controlled clinical trial. Setting National Institute of Sport, Expertise, and Performance (INSEP). Patients or Other Participants Twenty-six healthy professional male soccer players. Intervention(s) The athletes performed an intermittent fatiguing exercise followed by a 1-hour recovery period, either passive or using an electric blood-flow stimulator (VEINOPLUS). Participants were randomly assigned to a group before the experiment started. Main Outcome Measures(s) Performances during a 30-second all-out exercise test, maximal vertical countermovement jump, and maximal voluntary contraction of the knee extensor muscles were measured at rest, immediately after the exercise, and 1 hour and 24 hours later. Muscle enzymes indicating muscle damage (creatine kinase, lactate dehydrogenase) and hematologic profiles were analyzed before and 1 hour and 24 hours after the intermittent fatigue exercise. Results The electric-stimulation group had better 30-second all-out performances at 1 hour after exercise (P = .03) in comparison with the passive-recovery group. However, no differences were observed in muscle damage markers, maximal vertical countermovement jump, or maximal voluntary contraction between groups (P > .05). Conclusions Compared with passive recovery, electric stimulation using this blood-flow stimulator improved anaerobic performance at 1 hour postintervention. No changes in muscle damage markers or maximal voluntary contraction were detected. These responses may be considered beneficial for athletes engaged in sports with successive rounds interspersed with short, passive recovery periods.

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Recovery After High-Intensity Intermittent Exercise in Elite Soccer Players Using VEINOPLUS Sport Technology for Blood-Flow Stimulation

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Roulland³

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Journal of Athletic Training

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“…The study by McLachlin and McLachlin (23) on “the peripheral venous heart” demonstrates the ideal suitability of the arrangement of the calf muscles and veins for driving venous blood in a proximal direction. Calf‐muscle contraction causes a pumping action on the calf veins which is insured by the rigid interosseous membrane in front of the soleus muscle and the strong fibrous capsule around the calf muscles.…”

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Noninvasive Detection and Prevention of Deep‐Vein Thrombosis in the Geriatric Patient

Lee

Thoden

Trainor

et al. 1980

J American Geriatrics Society

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Noninvasive methods for the early detection of, and prevention of deep-vein thrombosis can significantly reduce postoperative morbidity and mortality in the elderly due to venous thromboembolism. The technique of venous impedance plethysmography provides a rapid means of assessing the patency of the venous system by detecting changes in venous volume and maximum venous outflow, thus providing for early detection of deep-vein thrombosis. Prevention of deep-vein thrombosis can be accomplished through use of external intermittent pneumatic compression. This technique prevents venous stasis and stimulates the natural fibrinolytic activity of the vein-wall endothelium.

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“…The machine then continues to operate until the patient is up and walking and exercising his own leg muscles to pump the venous blood. 22,23 The mechanical massaging device suggested is a boot-shaped, double-layered rubber appliance which is laced onto the patient's leg (available through Orthopedic Frame Company, Kalamazoo, Michigan or Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing, St. Paul, Minnesota). The boot extends to the upper thigh and fits snugly.…”

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A Formula for Predicting and a Device for Preventing Postoperative Thromboembolic Disease

Breneman¹

1963

Angiology

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The Peripheral Venous Heart

Cited by 14 publications

References 5 publications

Recovery After High-Intensity Intermittent Exercise in Elite Soccer Players Using VEINOPLUS Sport Technology for Blood-Flow Stimulation

Recovery After High-Intensity Intermittent Exercise in Elite Soccer Players Using VEINOPLUS Sport Technology for Blood-Flow Stimulation

Noninvasive Detection and Prevention of Deep‐Vein Thrombosis in the Geriatric Patient

A Formula for Predicting and a Device for Preventing Postoperative Thromboembolic Disease

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