The A-Team interviews Dr. Zachary Dunkle from Owens Recovery Science on the history and merits of Restricted Blood Flow Therapy (BFR). We discuss the science, application and execution of BFR using the Delfi units for conditions such as ACL reconstruction, Osteoarthritis, and upper extremity injuries. Zac was one of the 1st clinicians to utilize BFR in the state of Georgia and now serves as an instructor for Owens Recovery Science BFR certification courses. He works closely with Johnny Owens, DPT founder of Owens Recovery Science in research and application of restricted blood flow therapy. Zac is a board certified orthopedic clinical specialist, who took a unique path to becoming at physical therapist. Prior to becoming a physical therapist, Zac served as a Scout Sniper and Reconnaissance Marine. After leaving the Marine Corps, he attended the Pennsylvania State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. While at Penn State, Zac assisted lead researchers in the Neuromotion laboratory investigating gait changes following ACL ruptures. After graduating from Emory University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program, he completed an orthopedic residency through Emory University. In addition to being an orthopedic physical therapist, he is a Certified Physical Preparation Specialist who uses unconventional training methods to enhance athletic performance. Along with being a practicing physical therapist, Zac currently teaches within both the Doctor of Physical Therapy and orthopedic residency programs at Emory University. Professionally, Zac is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the GA Physical Therapy Association. Zac currently resides in Sandy Springs with his wife, Erin and two dogs, Ayla and Kevin