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Blood Flow Restriction

Recover Faster & Get Stronger With Blood Flow Restriction Training at Back in Motion Physical Therapy & Performance

  • Get to the Root Cause of Your Pain, Stiffness, or Injury

  • One-On-One Care With a Doctor of Physical Therapy

  • 4 Convenient SWFL Locations & Same Day Appointments

What is Blood Flow Restriction Training and the Benefits of BFR?

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is a cornerstone of our treatment approach at Back in Motion Physical Therapy & Performance. This innovative technique involves the application of pressure to the upper or lower limbs during low-intensity exercise, significantly enhancing muscle strength and hypertrophy. Our therapists are highly trained in BFR, using it to optimize your rehabilitation and performance. By strategically restricting blood flow, BFR training allows you to achieve the benefits of high-intensity exercise with lower loads, making it ideal for individuals recovering from injury or surgery. This approach helps restore normal movement patterns and accelerates your recovery, allowing you to get back to your daily activities and favorite sports with greater ease and confidence.

Benefits of Blood Flow Restriction Training:

  • Muscle Strength and Growth: BFR can significantly enhance muscle strength and hypertrophy by simulating high-intensity exercise effects with lower loads.

  • Improved Recovery: This technique accelerates healing by promoting muscle regeneration and reducing the stress on joints.

  • Enhanced Function: BFR training helps restore normal movement patterns, making daily activities easier and more comfortable.

  • Pain Relief: BFR can alleviate pain by reducing load on the joints while still providing effective muscle stimulation.

  • Prevention of Muscle Wasting: By maintaining muscle strength and size, BFR helps prevent muscle wasting during periods of limited activity.

BFR Helps With the Following Conditions:

  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Hip Pain
  • Knee Pain
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Sports Injuries
  • Post-Surgical
  • Pre-Surgical

We offer BFR treatments at our Estero, Verandah, ape Coral, and Fort Myers physical therapy offices. Each location provides personalized care and expert therapies to help you achieve optimal health and well-being. Contact us to schedule an appointment at the office most convenient for you.

Our Patients Success Stories

Carol Glavich

Hip Pain Patient

Andre Nesfield

Lee Country Strikers Coach

Johnny K.

Dry Needling/Shoulder Pain

Randy Henderson

Former Mayor of Fort Myers

Is Blood Flow Restriction Training Safe? Can it Hurt?

Blood Flow Restriction training is safe when properly prescribed and executed, and no, it should not hurt!

One of the greatest aspects of BFR training is that it is minimally invasive and doesn’t require any harmful medications. Our physical therapists at Back in Motion Physical Therapy & Performance are highly trained professionals who understand the limitations and capabilities of your body.

In fact, many patients notice improvement after just a few sessions of BFR training! Our physical therapists use precise techniques to apply the appropriate pressure, ensuring safe and effective results. They also help reduce swelling and improve circulation.

How Can Blood Flow Restriction Training Benefit Me?

Blood Flow Restriction training is a vital aspect of a successful physical therapy treatment plan. It helps to:

  • Enhance Muscle Strength and Growth: Achieves significant improvements in muscle strength and hypertrophy with lower intensity.

  • Reduce Pain and Swelling: Alleviates discomfort and decreases inflammation.

  • Improve Recovery: Accelerates healing by promoting muscle regeneration.

  • Increase Range of Motion: Improves flexibility and mobility by maintaining muscle function during rehabilitation.

Our physical therapists are highly trained in diagnosing and treating movement disorders, ensuring you receive the relief you need at our clinic.

Movement disorders often occur following surgery, especially if a patient has undergone total joint replacement. Many primary care physicians prescribe physical therapy treatments for injuries, accidents, or illnesses—essentially, anything that makes you feel weak and unable to function at your normal physical levels.

Your treatment plan will likely include several different therapies, each aimed at improving specific functions of your body. Some exercises may focus on enhancing your balance and strength, while others may target increasing your range of motion.

Blood Flow Restriction Training Can Help You!

Ready to get started? Our dedicated physical therapists are eager to help you regain your mobility and alleviate your pain.

If you are interested in experiencing the many benefits of Blood Flow Restriction training, contact Back in Motion Physical Therapy & Performance today! We are here to assist you on your journey to recovery and well-being.

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