Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) is a rehabilitation treatment that curbs partial blood to the affected area to create higher levels of metabolic stress, stimulating muscle growth.

Because BFR can create this metabolic stress, exercises can be performed with low-load resistance training and achieve the same, if not better results than traditional strength training.

BFR may be a helpful therapy technique for the following conditions:

Injury rehabilitation
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Weak muscles
Knee pain
Fractures
Tendinopathies
Osteoporosis

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The Foothills Difference

Hands-On Physical Therapy

Your physical therapy experience should be tailored to meet your specific needs.

Cutting Edge Techniques

Our therapists maintain advanced certifications in many specialized services and techniques.

Dedicated Staff

We will guide you through the recovery process and stick with you until you fully recover.

Frequently Asked Questions

If we are asking you to do something that is hurting too much, let us know! Physical therapy should not be severely painful. It is not common to be so sore that patients are in pain or it affects their daily life. If this ever happens during or after an appointment, let us know and we will adapt your program.
We recommend budgeting 40-60 minutes for a typical therapy session. The only exception to this will be your first visit, which can take about 20 minutes longer due to the physical therapy evaluation your therapist will provide. We also recommend showing up about 10-15 minutes early to your first visit. This way, you can complete the paperwork before your visit time and streamline the process.
A physical therapy visit lasts about 40-60 minutes. The actual contents of the visit vary based on your diagnosis/need, but typically what happens is:
1. You check in with the receptionist, make any appointments necessary, and we discuss your health insurance benefits with you.
2. You go into the gym. You can change clothes if you need to, then begin therapy.
3. You perform 6-8 various exercises and stretches. These can include therapeutic band exercises, light body weight exercises, or minimal weights. The stretches will promote strength, stability, improved range of motion, and pain relief.
4. We can initiate other techniques to include manual work, taping, cupping, and dry needling as needed.
5. The therapist makes recommendations based on your progress. These can include altering the frequency of visits, making additions/alterations to your home exercise plan, or things to do before your next visit.
During your initial evaluation, your therapist may ask you a number of questions to determine what the cause of your pain is. This can include questions about your sleep habits, activity level, and work environment. They will also ask for a medical history, and then typically ask direct questions about where and when you experience pain.

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After many sessions of grueling therapy, with Clint, I am now able to walk without pain. I can now run again with no pain. Due to the extensive therapy, I’m also able to straighten my knee. Now, because of Clint and his knowledge of therapy, I’m back to playing softball, at a high level again. Not only Clint, but the entire staff is knowledgeable and hands-on in working with all the clients.

Jerry R.

Amazing service especially from the front desk. 10/10 service here.”

Menno T.

I was experiencing lower back pain for months. So I decided to be seen at this facility. The staff was professional and empathetic. The treatment I received helped me quickly recover from my injury. I high recommend Foothills in Surprise!!

Ben G.

I love Foothills at Reems and Greenway! I drive 22 miles to receive therapy from Clint and his crew. The staff at that office is efficient, knowledgable, attentive, and easy to work with. I recommend them highly!!

Franki E.

Excellent service! The physical therapists are professional and there was good communication about my care plan. I left feeling better and confident about the results.

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)

The Foothills Difference

Hands-On Physical Therapy

Cutting Edge Techniques

Dedicated Staff