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Return to Sport after ACL injury: ACL experts develop a consensus
“When can I return to sport?” is a common question asked by patients following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. The answer to this question is complex and dependent on a variety of injury and patient factors.
Management of lower limb (aka knee) injuries in youth athletes
Knee injuries are common in youth athletes with up to 1 in 4 athletes at risk of sustaining this type of injury. Approximately one-third of patients seen in the Banff Sport Medicine Clinic are youth. For example, the Clinic assesses approximately 1500 acute knee injuries in patients aged 5 to 24 each year.
High Tibial Osteotomy
A High Tibial Osteotomy (HTO) is a type of ‘joint preservation’ surgery that involves cutting the shin bone (tibia) to change the alignment of the knee. It is used to improve symptoms of osteoarthritis by offloading weight from arthritic cartilage inside the knee with the aim of preventing a future knee replacement surgery. In some…
A right pain in the butt
In his latest Bow Valley Crag & Canyon article, Banff Sport Medicine’s Dr Andy Reed, talks hamstring injuries and how to avoid them using preventative exercise.
Phases of your Banff Sport Medicine Postoperative Rehabilitation Program after ACL Reconstruction
Rehabilitation following Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction is an essential part of a full recovery. The ultimate goal of this rehabilitation program is to restore functional ability and enable you to return to your sport or physical activities, with a reduced risk for additional injury.
How to transition seasonal activities without getting injured
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?