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Is it possible that the clamps around my biceps might impede blood flow to my fingers?

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Dr. Andrew Carroll answered

Yes: It is possible, but it'd have to be a pretty tight clamp.

Dr Wyatt and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/28/2014

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