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Fundamentals of Blood Flow Restriction Training

Rehab Education

Objectives

At the completion of this program the participant will be able to:
Describe how the design of B Strong BFR bands doesn’t cause arterial occlusion.
Explain the benefits of Blood Flow Restriction Training.
Explain the mechanisms of Blood Flow Restriction Training.
Correctly list at least 4 of the precautions and contraindications to B Strong BFR as presented in the course.
Compare the 5 differences between utilizing a wide rigid cuff versus a narrow elastic cuff as presented in the course.
Plan an upper extremity, lower extremity, and total body exercise program for a client using BFR training.

Confirmation Notes

CE Credits
8 contact hours
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Illinois State Board of Physical Therapy: Approved CE Sponsor by Illinois State Board of Physical Therapy, Division of Professional Regulations, Approval #216.000227. (Course must be taken between 07-18-2014 and 09-30-2020)
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Agenda

7:30 – 8:00am Registration – sign in 8:00 – 8:15 Welcome and Introduction to BFR, general overview of BFR and highlight topics to be covered 8:15 – 9:00 History of BFR and Literature Review BFR’s origins in Japan testing and development of concept review of current research critical appraisal of research identifying current strengths and weaknesses 9:00 – 10:00 Applications of BFR applications of BFR, which can be applied to a wide demographic range. how it can be used as an adjunct to standard training, maintaining fitness during rehabilitation, and in other situations when traditional heavy lifting isn’t possible. Case studies demonstrating global impact on many of the body’s systems. 10:00 – 10:15 Break 10:15 – 11:00 Mechanisms of BFR review anatomy and physiology behind the local and systemic effects resulting from use of BFR. review of vascular effects, disruption of homeostasis, and anabolic response of BFR 11:00 – 12:00 Safety and Efficacy of BFR Indications and contraindications for BFR training research supporting the safety of BFR training will be reviewed and discussed as a group review impacts of cuff design on BFR and how it will alter overall blood pressure. review impact BFR has on muscle, nerve, bone, tendon, and vasculature. 12:00 – 12:30 Safety Demonstrations and Practice B Strong BFR causes no arterial occlusion with maximal inflation compare B Strong to a rigid cuff at rest and with exercise. discussion of doppler ultrasound and limb occlusion pressure 12:30 – 1:30 Lunch 2:00 – 3:30 Upper Extremity Exercise, Lower Extremity Exercise, and Total Body Exercise Participants will simulate a clinical scenario of their choice with a partner. analyze and choose appropriate exercise protocols and band inflation pressures. role play: each performing and coaching at least one upper extremity exercise set, one lower extremity exercise set, and one total body exercise set. 3:30 – 3:45 Break 3:45 – 4:30 B Strong App and Q & A learn to utilize the B Strong App personally or for clients. Time will also be given to ask questions and answer session. 4:30 – 5:30 Exam and Closing participants must pass exam with at least a 70%, in order to become certified in HawkGrips BFR summary of key take home points.

Description

This live, 8-hour certification program covers the skills necessary to safely and effectively implement Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training. The course is set up in a “learn by doing” format in which participants will receive hands-on instruction in the proper use of BFR Equipment and Training. After understanding the history, research, physiology, and implications for use, attendees will put this into practice in supervised lab sessions. They will be exposed to exercise protocols and provided with resources to ensure safe training.
In order to be certified, attendees will be required to pass a 20-question certification exam at the conclusion of the course, with a passing score of 70%.

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