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Education and Counselling in Concussion 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...
Evidence-Based Protocols in Concussion 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...
Is Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) covered by extended health plans in British Columbia?
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...
How does Registered Massage Therapy fit into a multidisciplinary treatment plan?
Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) plays an important role in supporting multidisciplinary care which may include any of: chiropractic, physiotherapy, naturopathy, kinesiology or...
What is Registered Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy in British Columbia is performed by a Registered Massage Therapist, a person who has received extensive education in anatomy and physiology, disease process, and...
Physiotherapy for Children: A Comprehensive Approach
If you're a parent in North Vancouver looking for physiotherapy treatments for your child or infant, North Shore Sports Medicine could be the answer you're looking for. In this...
Osteoarthritis – GLA:D™
Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It is also classed as a degenerative joint disease and often called “wear-and-tear” arthritis. The...
Lower Back Pain
Lower Back Pain Lower back pain is a major cause of disability globally and one of the most frequent reasons individuals see the doctor or miss work. Back pain may be...
The Role of Nutrition in Physical Rehabilitation
There are so many reasons people are conscious of their food choices – from maintaining a healthy lifestyle to managing chronic illness, everybody would agree that nutrition is...
The Benefits of Active Rehab
At North Shore Sports Medicine, our team of therapy professionals represents the spectrum of rehab professionals including physiotherapists, kinesiologogists, massage therapists,...
Physiotherapy to Enhance Athletic Performance
Physiotherapist North Vancouver Whether you are a high level competitive athlete or you participate in recreational sport, wear and tear on your body is a risk that comes with...
Too Much Running: Common Running Injuries, Causes & Treatment
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...
Physiotherapy as Effective as Surgery for Arthritic Knees
Recently released studies suggest physiotherapy is as effective as surgery in treating arthritic knees, particularly osteoarthritis. Caused by the breakdown of cartilage in the...
Ankle Sprains
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...
Try This Effective Hamstring Stretch
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...
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