Owens Recovery Science: BFR's Tip of the Spear
The ORS Podcast is your source for what's new and established in the blood flow restriction (BFR) literature. If you are a physical therapist, athletic trainer, occupational therapist, strength and conditioning specialist, physician, or just interested in exercise science, rest assured we'll cover some topics that will interest you.
If you're not sure what blood flow restriction training is, go all the way back to the beginning of our catalogue and work your way through. If you know BFR, jump around our episodes topically based on your interest. If we don't have anything that peaks your curiosity...reach out and we'll look at building an episode covering your interest.
Episodes
85 episodes
Managing Knee Osteoarthritis with Blood Flow Restriction Exercise
Episode 84 - SummaryThis episode explores the latest research on blood flow restriction therapy for knee osteoarthritis, highlighting effective protocols, clinical implications, and long-term outcomes. Experts discuss how BFR can...
Bringing BFR to the NFL: Geoff Kaplan, PT, ATC
Summary: Episode 83In this episode, Geoff Kaplan, PT, ATC, SCS, CSCS shares his extensive experience in NFL sports medicine, focusing on his pioneering use of blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy and its evolution from rehab to p...
Why the Standard 30/15/15 BFR Prescription Doesn't Work for Anybody (Exactly)
Brendan Scott on Blood Flow Restriction, Rep Variability, and Better Exercise PrescriptionKyle Kimbrell speaks with Brendan Scott, associate professor at Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia, about the evolving science ...
BFR & IPC for Performance, Rehab, and Health w/ Jamie Burr, PhD
In this episode Johnny and Kyle chat with Dr. Jamie Burr, Director of the Human Performance & Health Research Laboratory at the University of Guelph. During this podcast we discuss Dr. Burr and his lab’s work centering on ischemic precondit...
BFR and Type 2 DM with Dominik Pesta, PhD
SummaryIn this episode, Dr. Dominik Pesta discusses the latest research on blood flow restriction training, mitochondrial function, and their applications in diabetes management and spaceflight. Discover how innovative training m...
Why is Kyle so negative about eccentrics?
SummaryIn this episode, Kyle, Johnny, Zach, and Ben dive into the nuances of eccentric exercise, BFR, and muscle physiology. They explore myths, mechanisms, and practical applications for training and rehab.Keywordse...
The Myth of Fatty Infiltration with Dr. Brian Feeley of UCSF
SummaryDr. Brian Feeley discusses his groundbreaking research on mitochondrial transfer in muscle regeneration, fatty infiltration, and the potential of blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy to enhance recovery and reduce pain. Ex...
Mind the Gap: Build a BFR Bridge with Mark Murphy, PT
SummaryIn this episode, Mark Murphy from C-SPAR discusses the application of blood flow restriction (BFR) in rehab and performance, sharing insights from his research and clinical practice. We explore protocols for cartilage repai...
Catching the Big One
Summary Join us as we explore the transformative power of point-of-care ultrasound in clinical practice with experts Steven Ramsey and John Van Eyk. Discover how ultrasound enhances diagnosis, improves patient outcomes, and expands the scope of...
BFR Throwing with Tyler White, DC
In this episode, Johnny Owens and Kyle Kimbrel welcome Dr. Tyler White to discuss the innovative use of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training in baseball. They explore Tyler's journey in integrating BFR into throwing mechanics, share compelling...
Passive BFR Acutely After TKA
Summary The podcast discusses a recent pilot study on the effects of passive blood flow restriction (BFR) exercise on muscle atrophy following total knee replacement surgery. The conversation highlights the significant muscle mass loss that occ...
BFR and the NBA with Jordan Sabourin, PhD
Summary In this episode, Johnny Owens interviews Jordan Sabarin, a strength and conditioning coach for the Detroit Pistons and expert in blood flow restriction (BFR) training. They discuss Jordan's journey from being a professional basketball p...
Intergalactic BFR with Luke Hughes, PhD
Episode 73 - Intergalactic BFR with Luke Hughes, PhD Summary In this episode, Johnny Owens and Dr. Luke Hughes discuss the applications of Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) in space and its potential to mitigate deconditioning in astronauts. They ex...
Using BFR with Chronic Ankle Instability
This conversation explores the advancements in Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) technology, personal anecdotes related to injury recovery, and insights from recent conferences. The speakers discuss the significance of chronic ankle instability in spor...
Memorial Day 2025
Summary In this episode of the Owens Recovery Science podcast, hosts Kyle Kimbrell and Zac Dunkle discuss the significance of Memorial Day, and share humorous military anecdotes. They emphasize the importance of supporting veterans and Gold Star ...
Talking BFR & the Metaboreflex with Yuji Yamada
Episode 70 - On this episode of the ORS Podcast we welcome Yujiro Yamada. Yuji is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Health, Exercise Science, and Recreation Management at the University of Mississippi. He is a member of the Kevser Ermin Ap...
Bonus Episode - Another Bee In Kyle's Bonnet
We answer a listener question about how to manage a limb that is non-weightbearing for a period of time. Kyle goes on an epic rant about what we can and can't do to care for our patients / clients.
Intermittent Claudication
Chief paper discussed: T Parkington, T Maden-Wilkinson, D Broom, S Nawaz... (2023). Low-Intensity Resistance Exercise with Blood Flow Restriction for Patients with Claudication: A Randomised Controlled Feasibility Trial. Vascular Medicine . Pos...
Blood Flow Restriction Exercise in People with Parkinson's with Annie Bane, PhD
In this episode of the Owens Recovery Science podcast, Johnny and Kyle interview Annie Bane, PhD regarding her research into people with Parkinson’s Disease and the use of Blood Flow Restriction Resistance Exercise as a maintenance strategy. Dr...
BFR & Knee Cartilage Repairs with Snehal Patel, PT, DPT, SCS
In this episode of the ORS podcast Johnny and Kyle discuss all things PT and career trajectory as well as managing knee cartilage repairs with Snay Patel, PT. Snay is a PT at HSS and has an extensive background in the rehab of people following ...
The Vet, The Myth, The Legend - Sherry Johnson, DVM, PhD, DACVSMR
If you jump in your wayback machine you can find our first episode with our distinguished guest on this installment of the Owens Recovery Science Podcast! And just like the first time she did not disappoint! Sherry Johnson, DVM, PhD, DACVSMR is...
Two Recent BFR & ACL Papers
In episode 65 Johnny makes his triumphant return after defeating Montezuma’s revenge to help the guys breakdown a couple recent publications on BFR and rehab after ACLr. Zac takes the lead on the first of the papers that had a bit of a clickbai...
Memorial Day 2024 - Cameron Dunbar
In this installment of our 2024 Memorial Day podcasts we have Zac Dunkle interviewing current PT student and Ret. Marine Corporal Cameron Dunbar. Cameron was a machine gunner in the 3rd Battalion 5th Marines that were deployed to Sangin Afghanista...
Memorial Day 2024 - Johnnie Yellock II
In our first of two Memorial Day Podcasts in 2024 our own Johnny Owens interviews another Johnnie...Johnnie Yellock II. If you begin this pod at 2:55pm and 33 seconds you can also observe the National Moment of Silence at the designated time of 3P...
Full Occlusion with Walking...Safer than the Water in Mexico
When Johnny's indisposed the podcast gets hijacked by Kyle, Zac and Ben. Johnny's loss is your win essentially. In this episode we discuss two recent papers that further help to elucidate the efficacy and effectiveness of BFR in combination wit...
