We’ve seen lots of hype about Blood Flow Restriction, or BFR in social media, but how does it work? Join us as Jim Wagner, seasoned hand therapist and powerlifter as he brings to light the physiologic benefits of BFR and how this can be incorporated into your hand therapy practice!
Jim Wagner has been practicing for 30 years with clinical experience of the UE in orthopedics. He received his post professional doctorate from Rocky Mountain University of Health in hand therapy. He’s certified in PAMs and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He’s a team leader at Guthrie Hand Center in New York state and serves as an adjunct professor at both Keuka and Ithaca College OT programs. He's been involved in competitive powerlifting and bodybuilding for 35 years. He’s nationally known for instructing cupping, IASTM, orthotic fabrication, blood flow restriction and kinesiology taping. Jim has spoken at Georgia Hand Society Special Interest Group, Wisconsin Hand Experience, and many other therapy related venues. He’s published in the practice forum section of the AJOT and serves on the Education Division of the ASHT. Jim recently became a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) through the International Academy of Orthopedic Medicine (IAOM-US).
How to reach Jim:
Email: jwagnercht71@gmail.com
IG handle: cht_power71
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