The Refine PTP Think Tank
Where the Refine PT and Performance Team can share knowledge and experience to encourage hope, educate the public, and improve lives.
BFR: A Few Thoughts in Closing One question that I have received before is what cuff should I use? My answer is that there are multiple options, from elastic squat bands (functional BFR), to the use of FDA regulated cuffs such as those from Owens Recovery Science. At Refine PT and Performance, we […]
BFR: The bridge (From Low-load Resistance Training with BFR to High loads Without BFR) Last post we discussed the benefits of the application of BFR training to low intensity endurance exercise, namely walking (and stationary cycling). The third rung in the ladder to full functional tolerance after injury or bed rest is the progression […]
BFR: Low Intensity Exercise In the last post, we focused on how to initiate the return to function progression with applied BFR following injury or other causes of bed rest. The 2nd rung on the ladder that leads to return to function would be application of BFR in combination with low-load, endurance training. As […]
BFR: Application with Bed Rest In the last two posts, we’ve covered the basics of blood flow restriction, as well as discussed the importance of skeletal muscle in function and wellness. Next, we will piece together some applications of BFR. 1) Bed Rest In many cases (following surgery, illness, or injury) […]
BFR: Muscle Mass is King In the last article, we discussed what blood flow restriction, or BFR, actually involves, as well as touched on its safety. Next, let’s look at skeletal muscle as well as atrophy so we can better understand why/when BFR could be useful. Most people already know the role of skeletal […]
Blood flow restriction (BFR) involves the restriction of arterial blood flow into the muscle, while occluding or stopping the venous blood flow out of the muscle, which then creates pooling of the venous blood. With this pooling effect, blood flow restriction also causes oxygen deprivation in the muscles, enhancing metabolic stress, and encouraging muscle adaptation […]
Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury and injury death in individuals 65 years of age and older? Falls often lead to a decrease in functional ability, increased use of healthcare services, and an increase in patient anxiety. This anxiety and fear of falling again often causes these individuals to decrease […]
Pain is something that we all will experience at some point in our lives. It is inevitable. But the question is, how will you deal with it? With this question in mind, we want to provide you all with accurate information about what pain is and what pain is not so that you can make […]
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