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Kaatsu and Traditional BFR Level 1

Tracking # 20-1349374

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Educator HAMMERHEAD HP
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Method Computer-Based Training

Course overview

Kaatsu and Traditional BFR is a 4.5 hour on demand course that explores the use of Kaatsu and Traditional Blood Flow Restriction (BFR), two forms of exercising with external pressure, to improve vascular elasticity, support rehabilitation outcomes, improve strength, improve cardiovascular health, and improve sports performance. The course covers the physiology behind each methodology, the concept of using intermittent pressure, and the clinical application of each methodology including protocols, safety considerations, and research review.

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h Category A activity related to clinical coursework

Physical Therapy Assistant

5h Category A activity related to clinical coursework

Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h General

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h General

Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice

Physical Therapist

5h General

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h General

Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h Physical Therapy Continuing Education

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h Physical Therapy Continuing Education

Kansas Board of Healing Arts - Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h CE Related to the Practice of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h CE Related to the Practice of Physical Therapy

Mississippi State Board of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h Certified Activity directly related to the clinical practice of physical therapy

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h Certified Activity directly related to the clinical practice of physical therapy

Nevada Physical Therapy Board

Physical Therapist

5h Certified Activities

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h Certified Activities

North Dakota Board of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h Continuing competence directly related to physical therapy

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h Continuing competence directly related to physical therapy

Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision - Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h Professional Development Course Work/Activities

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h Professional Development Course Work/Activities

South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h Certified Activities

Physical Therapy Assistant

5h Certified Activities

US Virgin Islands Board of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h Category A CCUs

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h Category A CCUs

Virginia Board of Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist

5h Type 1 CE

Physical Therapist Assistant

5h Type 1 CE

Disclosure statements

The instructor, Dr. Cory Keirn, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, TSAC-F, receives financial compensation from KAATSU Global, Inc. for professional services. However, the content of this educational activity has been developed to remain unbiased, evidence-based, and free of commercial influence.


This course is designed to provide an objective overview of KAATSU and Traditional Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) methods, including physiological principles, safety considerations, and clinical applications. No specific product or company will be promoted or endorsed. Learners are encouraged to critically evaluate the evidence and apply knowledge in accordance with their professional scope of practice and applicable regulations.