Mechanisms & Benefits of Blood Flow Restriction Training

Date:
March 24, 2026

Location:
Virtual

Time:
8:00 PM (EST)

Blood flow restriction (BFR) is a rehabilitation modality that uses a tourniquet to reduce arterial inflow and occlude venous outflow in the setting of resistance training or exercise. Initially, this technique was seen as a way to stimulate muscular development, but improved understanding of its physiologic benefits and mechanism of action has allowed for innovative clinical applications. BFR represents a way to decrease stress placed on the joints without compromising improvements in strength, whereas for postoperative, injured, or load-compromised individuals BFR represents a way to accelerate recovery and prevent atrophy. 

This webinar will explore the physiology, safety, and practical application of BFR. Whether you are working with a post-operative patient who cannot tolerate heavy loads or an elite athlete looking for a performance edge, this session will provide the framework needed to integrate BFR into your practice safely and effectively.


Speaker: Daniel Lorenz

Dan Lorenz, DPT, PT, ATC, CSCS, is the Director of Sports Medicine and Sports PT Residency Program Director at Lawrence Memorial Hospital/OrthoKS. His extensive background includes roles as a physical therapist for the Kansas City Chiefs and an intern for the Chicago White Sox. A Duke University Sports PT Fellow, Dr. Lorenz was named the NSCA Sports Medicine/Rehabilitation Professional of the Year in 2018. He is a widely published researcher and international speaker, recently presenting on ACL rehabilitation at the 2024 European College of Sport Sciences meeting.


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This webinar will be presented entirely in English.

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The information provided during this webinar is for educational and informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the presenters are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of CATA.