A rotator cuff tear is a common injury among adults that results in shoulder pain, limited shoulder mobility, and sometimes weakness. It is estimated that approximately 180,000 Canadian adults develop symptoms of a rotator cuff tear. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that work together to stabilize the shoulder joint. These…
Along with the orthopaedic surgeons at the Banff Sport Medicine clinic, our research team are recruiting patients to the STABLE clinical research trial. Why is this research being done? The shoulder is one of the body’s largest joints and can also move through the greatest range of motion. Unfortunately, it is also the most commonly…
According to a 2022 Health Canada survey, approximately 27% of Canadians aged 16 years or older had used cannabis within the prior year. Before legalization of cannabis in 2018, it was the most prevalently used illegal drug. Cannabis use is particularly high in youth, with those aged 16 to 24 years reporting cannabis use, almost…
The tibia, or shinbone, is a large bone in the lower leg and one of the most commonly broken bones in the body. Of all fractures sustained in the body, 1% are tibial plateau fractures.
Here is a great warm-up recommended by Nani Woollings, Physiotherapist and Canadian Youth National Climbing Team coach.
The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is one of four major ligaments of the knee. The other ligaments are the lateral collateral ligament (LCL), anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL).
What you really need to do to be successful! In his latest Bow Valley Crag & Canyon article, Dr. Andy Reed, Sport Medicine Physician and ultra running machine, discusses some key tips to achieving your New Year’s fitness resolution goals.
What is platelet-rich plasma therapy? Platelet-rich-plasma (PRP) therapy is a treatment used for musculoskeletal (bone and joint) injuries that has been gaining popularity in recent years. It involves using the patient’s own blood to promote healing in a specific area of the body, although the exact way that PRP works isn’t fully understood. PRP consists…
In his latest Bow Valley Crag & Canyon article, Banff Sport Medicine’s Dr. Andy Reed, discusses exercising in cold weather and provides some tips to try when doing so!
Osteoarthritis is becoming increasingly common with more than 4.4 million people in Canada living with osteoarthritis; with hip osteoarthritis affecting approximately 3% to 8% of the general population. If you have osteoarthritis, know that you are not alone. With the appropriate care, many people live meaningful, productive, and pain free lives despite this diagnosis.
We spent a few hours with Jackie Bardana – High Performance & Mental Strength Consultant and owner of Forza Consulting – discussing her work with athletes, and how to support athletes and active folk along their mental journey from injury, through to rehabilitation and return to sport and activity.
Sarcopenia is an age-related condition. As we get older, we experience a decline in muscle mass and strength, which starts from approximately 40 years old and onwards. Unfortunately, this can result in disability, poor quality of life, frailty, and an increased risk of death. A recent review of several research studies revealed that the rate…
