by Hannah | Oct 1, 2020 | Exercise & Training, Injury & Pain Management |
As Vancouverites gear up for the Sun Run, half and full marathons, running injuries in a doctor’s offices and physiotherapy clinics increase. The most common running injuries are from overuse: plantar fasciitis, achilles tendonitis, shin splints, IT band syndrome, and...
by Hannah | Aug 22, 2020 | Injury & Pain Management |
Recently released studies suggest physiotherapy is as effective as surgery in treating arthritic knees, particularly osteoarthritis. Caused by the breakdown of cartilage in the joints, the pain and swelling is often treated with arthroscopic surgery. However, a study...
by Hannah | Aug 22, 2020 | Injury & Pain Management |
Ankle sprains are a common but painful injury that can result at any time: on the sports field, ski slopes or by walking across your living room. The ankle is made up of three bones: the tibia, fibula and talus. Ligaments, tendons and muscles work together to...
by Hannah | Aug 22, 2020 | Exercise & Training, Injury & Pain Management |
Our hamstrings are formed of three muscles. The upper ends are located on the back of the thigh and originate mostly from the base of the pelvis. The lower ends are attached below the knee joint. They are involved in the extension of the hip joint and are major knee...
by Hannah | Aug 22, 2020 | Exercise & Training |
Maybe you’re starting to train for one of the many marathons that are held in spring and summer or even preparing for next year. Based on research and experience, what is the best way to train? Do’s Keep your warm-up short. Save energy by just doing enough to...
