Blood Flow Restriction Therapy

SPORTS MEDICINE CENTER CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES

This educational module provides an evidence-informed overview of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Therapy and its application in rehabilitation and athletic performance. Participants will learn the physiological principles, safety considerations, practical implementation techniques, and programming strategies needed to safely incorporate BFR into clinical practice.

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Learning Objectives

 

  • Define BFRT including physiological basis to local skeletal muscle adaptations and systemic adaptations.
  • Provide information on the relative benefits of BFR in comparison to traditional resistance training.
  • Identify appropriate populations and indications versus contraindications for BFR use.
  • Recognize risks, safety considerations associated with BFR, and how to mitigate those risks.
  • Explain practical application guidelines, including cuff selection, placement, pressure determination, and exercise prescription variables.
  • Provide the current research and the future direction of BFRT.

Additional Information

Course Contact: 
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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Attendance
  • 1.00 BOC
Course opens: 
08/10/2026
Course expires: 
08/09/2029
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
0
Children's Hospital Colorado
Aurora, CO
United States

Presenting Faculty:

Krista Ciraco, MS, LAT, ATC, PES, BFR-C​
Certified Athletic Trainer, Children's Hospital Colorado Sports Medicine​
Master of Athletic Training, California University of Pennsylvania​
Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Marywood University

Nicholas Merna, MS, LAT, ATC, CES​
Certified Athletic Trainer, Children's Hospital Colorado Sports Medicine​
Master of Athletic Training, University of Colorado; Colorado Springs​
Bachelor of Healthcare Sciences, University of Colorado; Colorado Springs​

Peer Reviewed By:

Nicholas Cole, LAT, ATC   
James Madison University Class of 2018, Education Committee Chairman 2023-Present   |
Nick has been the Athletic Trainer for Real Colorado soccer club since 2021 and has been the education committee Chairman since 2023.  

Athletic Trainers

Children’s Hospital Colorado (BOC AP#: P3765) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 1 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.

Attendance

A certificate of attendance will be provided upon completion of this course. 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Attendance
  • 1.00 BOC

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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Required Hardware/software

You will need access to the internet, speakers or a headset to participate in this course.