Blood Flow Restriction Basics
Who: Just about anyone. Pre or post-surgery, chronic pain + weakness, athletes, tendinopathies, etc.
What: Intermittent occlusion of blood flow using a tourniquet. This creates gains in muscle strength + size with low intensity exercise.
When: 1-3 times/week
Why: Create strength gains without stressing joints or soft tissue structures.
How: 20-30 minutes of exercise with tourniquet cuffs on.