Have you heard of Blood Flow Restriction? DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into the researcher who developed the method of Blood Flow Restriction training, their story of innovation and the science behind its effects on the body. Diving into its clinical implications associated with sarcopenia, cardiovascular complications, muscle growth and pain perception, they provide you with the latest research insights into Blood Flow Restriction Training.

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What You Will Learn in this PT Pearl:

1:50 - How BFR training was born?

6:00 - How BFR training affects age related muscle wasting? 

8:50 - How BFR supports blood pressure regulation 

10:40 - Protocals to stimulate BFR for muscle growth 

13:00 - BFR training and pain sensitivity 

16:50 - The importance of supervision 

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