The shoulder labrum is a fibrous piece of cartilage that resembles a donut and is located between the ball (humeral head) and socket (glenoid) of the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint. It is distinct from the cartilage at the ends of bones (articular cartilage) that enable joints to glide smoothly. What is the function of the labrum?…
You have been diagnosed with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), more commonly known as hip impingement, and you may be thinking “Well, now what?” FAI is a condition where physical abnormalities cause the bones of the hip joint to rub together during movement. This abnormal movement, or “impingement”, can damage the soft tissues within the hip joint,…
A humeral fracture is a break in the upper arm bone, called the humerus. This bone connects your shoulder to your elbow, helping you move and lift your arm. Breaking this bone can be painful, but with the right care and treatment, most fractures heal fully. This article explains what you need to know about humeral fractures,…
Menopause occurs when a woman’s menstrual period permanently stops. It marks the end of reproductive capacity. This is a normal part of aging and typically begins between the ages of 45 to 55. The duration of menopause ranges from 7 to 14 years depending on various individual factors including ethnicity, smoking status, and age. There…
What are the menisci? Menisci are soft-tissue C-shaped structures in the knee. There are two menisci in each knee: the medial meniscus (on the inside of the knee) and the lateral meniscus (on the outside of the knee). The menisci are located between the femur (thighbone) and the tibia (shinbone). Menisci are vital structures to…
A meniscal ramp lesion is a type of injury to a specific structure of the medial meniscus called the posterior horn. This is an area of the meniscus at the back of the knee close to where it attaches to the tibia (shin bone). Meniscus – c-shaped pad of cartilage in the knee that acts…
Discover Clinical Research Day on Sept 7th is a FREE community event that provides a unique opportunity for attendees to explore the intersection of science, technology, and healthcare. Through interactive and hands-on activities, demonstrations, and talks, attendees will learn about careers in healthcare, how medical research is carried out in a rural clinic setting, and how…
The shoulder is one of the largest joints in the body that is also able to move through the greatest range of motion. Our shoulders help us with many every day tasks such as reaching overhead, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Improving and maintaining optimal shoulder health also helps reduce the risk of injury. Recently, Banff…
Here are some things to think about to help reduce your risk of injury: Warm-Up *If relevant. These are Injury-specific exercises based on your customized program provided by a physiotherapist or other qualified healthcare professional. DOWNLOAD a PDF of this Tennis Warm-Up Here
In collaboration with the BSM Clinic, the Banff Sport Medicine Foundation is please to offer this free and informative presentation! Banff Sport Medicine Orthopaedic Fellow, Dr. Matt Getzlaf, will discuss recent evidence on the management of first-time patellar (kneecap) dislocation. Join us on Wednesday May 28th at 7 pm online via ZOOM. — Learn more about BSMF’s research…
Bone stress injuries (BSI) can occur when an increased and/or repetitive stress causes weakening of the bone. Our bodies are constantly breaking down and building new bone, which is a normal response to exercise. If the bone does not have adequate time to rest and rebuild, or is already weakened by conditions like osteoporosis, this…
A medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction, MPFL-R, involves replacing the damaged ligament with a tissue graft, either from a person’s own tissue or from a donor. The MPFL is the main ligament that stabilizes the kneecap (patella) and prevents it from dislocating to the outside (lateral) of the knee. It is often damaged when the…
