Blood Flow Restriction Enhances Recovery Time From Injuries

By Gemma Gaudette

Published April 25, 2019 at 4:18 PM MDT

Blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy is a new recovery treatment for muscle injuries that is showing promise in accelerating the healing process without losing muscle mass. We talk with Heather Lopez and physical therapist Teri Pietz of the St. Luke's Sports Medicine Program about this new therapy.

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Gemma Gaudette

Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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