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Concurrent Session

Adolescents & Adults With Diverse Abilities

On-Demand: Use of Blood Flow Restriction in Active Adolescent with Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy

On Demand
This session will provide a background on the principles of blood flow restriction (BFR) training including; indications, contraindications, protocol and sample exercises. The benefit of this modality will be discussed specifically with patients that have neurological conditions. A case study will be presented on use of BFR in a hemiplegic adolescent athlete for real time application. Effects of BFR on gait mechanics, limb symmetry, movement speed and coordination, and reduction in pain. The demonstration portion of this session will include analysis of movement patterns, adaptations for corrective exercise, and potential demonstration of BFR. The content of this session will apply to both PTs and PTAs.

Learning Objectives:

  • List indications and contraindications for use of blood flow restriction training.
  • Identify one patient that could benefit from use of blood flow restriction..
  • Understand the opportunity for utilization of an established treatment modality for neurological population.