by Courtney | Jun 28, 2023 | Injury & Pain Management |
What is blood flow restriction training? How does this tool work? These questions and more are answered in today’s blog post. Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training dates back to the 1960s in Japan where it was called Kaatsu meaning “additional pressure”. Since...
by Courtney | May 31, 2023 | Injury & Pain Management |
Managing a concussion can be a complex and often confusing process for patients and their families. At North Shore Sports Medicine (NSSM), we understand the critical role that education and counselling play in ensuring a successful recovery. In this blog post, we...
by Courtney | May 24, 2023 | Injury & Pain Management |
Yes, Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) is covered by most extended health plans in British Columbia. RMT is a regulated healthcare profession in BC, and RMTs are registered with the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC). Many extended health plans...
by Courtney | May 10, 2023 | Injury & Pain Management |
Staying abreast of the latest research and treatments is crucial in the rapidly evolving field of concussion management. Our team here at North Shore Sports Medicine (NSSM) is dedicated to providing the highest quality care by following evidence-based protocols in...
by Courtney | May 3, 2023 | Injury & Pain Management |
Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) plays an important role in supporting multidisciplinary care which may include any of: chiropractic, physiotherapy, naturopathy, kinesiology or active rehabilitation. In its own right, registered massage therapy is useful for healing...
