Blood Flow Restriction Training Form

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WHAT DOES BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTION (BFR) TRAINING DO?

BFR training allows patients to gain muscle mass and strength without putting excessive pressure through their joints. This method involves placing a tourniquet around the upper arm (for upper body BFR) or the upper thigh (for lower body BFR) and applying pressure to restrict the amount of blood flow that can move into and out of a muscle whilst exercising.

This reduction in blood flow causes an increase in the recruitment of type 2 muscle fibres at lower intensities and causes a build-up of metabolic by-products which signals to your body to increase muscle strength and size.

ADVICE

Your physiotherapist will explain the technique in detail and will discuss any questions you have before your first session. After the session we advise you to maintain your normal activity levels but rest from sport or unaccustomed activity for 24 hours. If you have any concerns before, during or after your treatment session then please discuss with your physiotherapist.

WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?

The research shows that occlusion training is a very safe method for patients of all ages. Your physiotherapist will check your medical history to ensure you are at minimal risks of any side effects and so not have any contra-indications to the technique.

Potential side effects (these are all rare):

These occur in less than 1%

Bruising
Feeling cold
Short term numbness
‘Extra pressure’ sensation in the limb
Muscle soreness for up to 48 hours afterwards e.g. DOMS – Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Muscle or tendon tear/rupture
Fainting/light headedness/dizziness
Skin irritation from the cuff
Damage to the veins and arteries
Alteration in blood pressure
Cardio-vascular event

PLEASE NOTE: These side effects are no more common in occlusion training than standard strength training

Pre-cautions:

Poor circulation/circulatory issues
Obesity BMI > 30
High blood pressure 140/90mmHg
Long haul flight in the past week
Respiratory or breathing issues
Age > 60 – unless fit/active and participates in regular strength training

Contraindications:

Pregnancy or < 3 months post-partum
High blood pressure 150/95mmHg
History of pulmonary embolism (PE) or deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Blood clotting disorders and/or taking anti-coagulant therapy e.g. warfarin
Cardiac/heart disease – history of heart attack or atrial fibrillation
Previous stroke or transient ischaemic attack
Active infection or acute inflammation of the treatment area
Systemic inflammatory disorders e.g. rheumatoid arthritis

If you would like to discuss any of this information before booking, then please do not hesitate to email us on info@complete-physio.co.uk and one of our physiotherapists will contact you.

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