Apr 30, 20172 min read
Common Knee Injuries Part 1 – ACL Injuries
What is it? ACL is an acronym for anterior cruciate ligament. The ACL is one of 4 main ligaments at the knee. Its primary action is to...
Apr 20, 20171 min read
What is Shockwave Therapy?
Shockwave Therapy (Full name: Extracorporeal shock wave therapy) is a modern pain management solution that has been found to be highly...
Apr 7, 20173 min read
Your MRI Results Don't Define Your Injury
Have you noticed how everyone around you is suddenly an expert when you tell them that you have hurt your back or neck? After expressing...
Mar 27, 20172 min read
When to Get an Ankle X-Ray
Following up on my recent post and as promised, I will run through the criteria you should use to determine IF an ankle x-ray is...
Mar 18, 20171 min read
Do You Really Need That Scan?
Earlier this week I saw a patient who rolled his ankle 3 weeks ago. He came in with an xray of his ankle which was negative (nil...
Jan 15, 20171 min read
Back to School – How Much Should Your Child’s Backpack Weigh?
This is a common thought by any parent who’s concerned their child is carrying too much in their backpack, or is carrying it...
Jan 4, 20173 min read
4 Basic Steps to Exercise Right for Beginners
Is getting active one of your New Year resolutions? Not sure how or where to start? Below is the review of an article posted by Exercise...
Dec 27, 20162 min read
How To Avoid an Energy Burnout During the Holiday Season!
The holiday season can sometimes be very tiring, stressful and exhausting from having such a busy social calendar, holiday planning etc.,...
Dec 12, 20162 min read
Cramps – What Causes Them and How You Can Avoid Them!
Just about everyone who has exercised has experienced either a cramp or a stitch at some point. Whether you are a recreational exerciser...
Dec 6, 20162 min read
7 Tips to Prevent Sports Injuries This Summer!
Summer is the high season for overuse injuries. It is a time when more people are outside and active after being cooped up indoors for...