Blood Flow Restriction Therapy

Blood Flow Restriction Therapy

 

What is Blood flow restriction therapy (BFRT)

 

Blood flow restrictions therapy is an innovative training method used for the development of muscle strength, combining venus occlusion and low-load resistance training. BFRT uses muscle anaerobic metabolism causing cellular swelling which increases muscle growth.  BFRT uses a doppler or torniquete similar to blood  pressure cuffs. You can also use an elastic band, the goal is to occlude 50-80% of blood flow to a specific muscle using higher repetitions in order to achieve muscle fatigue and improve muscle growth.

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Joint Manipulation

Joint manipulation: What’s poppin’ ?

 

What is it?

Joint manipulation is a technique that has been researched and put into physical therapy practice since 1916. However, joint manipulation has been described as a part of medical treatment dating back over 4000 years. Other professions such as chiropractors and Osteopaths use joint manipulation as well; although techniques can differ among our different professions.

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Barbell Squat

Why perform barbell squats and how to perform them?

The barbell squat is an exercise that many people can benefit from. It challenges the strength and stability of your shoulders, core, hips, knees, and ankles. Almost the entire body is involved in this exercise and it can play a huge role in calories burned, strengthening, muscle building, and in coordination.

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Dry Needling

Dry needling – What’s the point?

The first question usually asked is: What is it?  

By definition, dry needling is a skilled technique performed by a physical therapist using filiform needles to penetrate the skin and/or underlying tissues to affect change in body structures and functions for the evaluation and management of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, pain, movement impairments, and disability. 

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Lateral Ankle Sprain

Lateral ankle sprains are one of the most common sport-related injuries. Lateral ankle sprains typically occur due to forced plantarflexion/inversion movement. Individuals who suffer numerous repetitive ankle sprains have been reported to having functional and mechanical instability within the ankle joint and an increased likelihood of re-injury.

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