Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in North America. Its ease of access, low impact, and highly social atmosphere, make it an appealing sport and activity for players of all ages. Unfortunately, as participation continues to increase, so too do the number of injuries. According to one study, the annual incidence of pickleball…
Concussions are common, especially in athletes. According to a recent Statistics Canada Health Report, approximately “1.6% of Canadians aged 12 years or older reported sustaining one or more concussions in 2019“. The word concussion is derived from the Latin word ‘concutere’ which translates to “shake violently” in English. This is what happens to your head…
The orthopaedic surgeons at the Banff Sport Medicine Clinic perform almost 400 ACL reconstructive surgeries every ski season ~ with about 40% being due to knee injuries that occur on the ski hill! In collaboration with the BSM Clinic, the Banff Sport Medicine Foundation is please to offer this free and informative hybrid event! During this evening of exercise…
Sign-up for our free Ski Fit Ready Program for the month of October only! Sign-up for our 8-week pre-season SKI FIT READY EXERCISE PROGRAM. The exercises demonstrated in the Ski Fit Ready Program are designed around a number of essential exercises recommended during #Knees4Skis. These exercises can be done at any time during the ski…
Tears to the rotator cuff muscles in your shoulder are a common injury of the upper body.
Biking is an increasingly popular recreational activity with significant potential for injury. Any injury is concerning as it can negatively impact a person’s quality of life and increase the risk of a second injury.
Spring is finally here! After the third false spring, it’s safe to say that the snow has stopped, and it’s time to switch gears into running, biking, and hiking season. Now, how can you transition seamlessly between these sports and activities without getting injured?
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…
Here is a great warm-up recommended by Nani Woollings, Physiotherapist and Canadian Youth National Climbing Team coach.
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.
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…
Expert Education Series with Aly Walford We are pleased to host this free and in-person event. Join Physiotherapist and Pelvic Floor Specialist, Aly Walford from the Banff Sport Medicine Clinic, in this hands-on interactive session on improving and maintaining pelvic floor health. What to expect In this session, you will learn more about your deep…
