Blood Flow Restriction

Accelerated Strength Gains with Blood Flow Restriction Therapy

Renew Physical Therapy provides Delphi Personalized Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) therapy, a safe and effective technique designed to enhance strength gains during rehabilitation. By utilizing a specialized tourniquet to temporarily restrict blood flow during exercise, BFR enables patients to improve strength and aerobic fitness.

Effective, Even with Limited Weight-Bearing

BFR is useful for patients with weight bearing restrictions or those who are unable to lift due to injury or surgery. It supports muscle growth with as little as 20% of your one-rep max (1RM), compared to the 70–80% typically required. BFR is part of a regular PT session, and improvements from BFR are often visible within 1 to 4 weeks. It is effective for various injuries, including joint replacements, Achilles repairs, fractures, and tendinopathies, and can even boost bone density.

Trusted by Athletes and Backed by Research

Supported by over 820 studies, BFR is used by professional athletes and the military for faster recovery. It promotes muscle growth through mechanisms like increased protein synthesis and growth hormone release.

Real Results, Real Effort

Though the workout can be intense and sometimes lead to increased muscle soreness, BFR delivers measurable results. If you’re curious or skeptical, check out the research from Delphi and Owens Recovery Science. Our PTs are trained and experienced in using the Delphi BFR machine safely and effectively.