How to Get The Most From Your Recovery.
Whether you’re dealing with an acute injury, something more persistent, or something that comes and goes, working with a physio can be beneficial to guide you towards your goals with a little more precision. One of the most important things to understand about seeing a physio to help you with your recovery is that it is not something that is done to you. Rather, recovery is a process that is shared between you, your physio, and everyone else in your life. In essence, this means that there is plenty that you can do on your end to facilitate optimal recovery. The purpose of this post is to provide you with an understanding the things that we feel increase the chances of having a successful recovery.
An Intro to Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
Blood flow restriction training (BFR) involves the application of specialized blood pressure cuffs to the limbs during exercise. It has been shown to simulate the systemic effects of high intensity exercise at very low intensities. At The Movement Physio & Performance in Dundas we use BFR with many clients including those that are post-operative or are unable to load heavily due to high irritability. Learn more in this article.