Blood Flow Restriction

At Greendale Physical Therapy, we are proud to offer Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Therapy, a proven technique that helps patients build strength, increase endurance, and accelerate recovery without heavy weights or joint stress.

What is BFR Therapy?

Blood Flow Restriction Therapy involves using a specialized cuff to partially restrict blood flow to the arms or legs while you perform low-resistance exercises. This creates an environment in the body similar to high-intensity training, triggering muscle growth and strength gains safely and efficiently.

Benefits of BFR Therapy

• Build Strength with Lighter Loads
  Stimulates muscle growth using only 20–30% of your typical training load.
• Faster Post-Surgical Recovery
  Ideal for patients recovering from procedures like ACL reconstruction, joint replacements, or rotator cuff repair.
• Protects Joints and Healing Tissues
  Reduces strain on recovering areas while still allowing effective strengthening.
• Prevents Muscle Loss
  Excellent for post-injury or immobilized patients to maintain muscle mass and function.
• Accelerates Return to Activity
  Helps you get back to your life safely and confidently.

Who Can Benefit from BFR?

BFR Therapy is effective for:

• ACL, meniscus, or rotator cuff rehab
• Post-operative recovery
• Arthritis and joint pain
• Muscle atrophy or weakness
• Athletes looking to train smarter

How Does It Work?

1. A trained therapist places a specialized cuff on your arm or leg.
2. Pressure is precisely calibrated based on your individual needs.
3. You perform guided exercises using light resistance.
4. Your body responds with increased strength and endurance, similar to high-intensity training.

All sessions are supervised one-on-one by a trained Greendale therapist.

Why Choose Greendale Physical Therapy?

At Greendale, we believe you don’t have to be an Olympic athlete to be treated like one. That’s why we offer advanced tools like BFR alongside personalized, 40-minute treatment sessions, always one-on-one, never rushed.

With over 20 years of experience and seven locations across Worcester and Central MA, our team is committed to giving every patient the time, care, and expertise they deserve.

Ready to Learn More?

Ask your therapist if BFR is right for you, or contact us today to schedule an evaluation.