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 Chelsea Deschamps We are pleased to host this free and hands-on hybrid event. Join Exercise Physiologist and Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Chelsea Deschamps from Omnia Movement & Performance in this hands-on interactive session on improving and maintaining back and core health. Thank you to the Town of Canmore’s Community Grants program…
Expert Education Series with Nani Woollings The BSM Foundation is pleased to host Nani Woollings, Physiotherapist and Coach of the Canada Youth Climbing Team, in this upcoming in-person event! In this presentation, Nani will discuss the most common injuries in climbing including why and how they happen, as well as a snapshot look at treatment,…
In his latest Bow Valley Crag & Canyon article, Dr. Andy Reed, Banff Sport Medicine Physician, discusses the importance of exercise and nutrition for older adults.
Alison’s Story Multiple ACL Reconstructions Alison Andrews – ACMG Mountain Guide ACL repair and rehab for “Dummies” ACL surgery and rehab information for the rookie; from one who has been there too many times over the last 30 years. The Accident Not all ACL injuries are the big cartwheeling ski crash that makes for terrifying…
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In a recent OrthoEvidence, OEInsights Article, the authors outline four critical factors that influence a patient’s recovery after ACL injury.
Menisci are a type of cartilage inside the knee joint. Their main function is to equally distribute the force placed on the knee, stabilize the knee during movements, and offer more fluid movements.
Learn how Banff Sport Medicine Physician, Dr Andy Reed, is recovering from a recent injury in his latest Bow Valley Crag & Canyon article.
In this article, Delia Roberts PhD, talks about how to interval train and outlines a basic interval to get you started.
Tearing the ACL— a dreaded diagnosis often accompanied by reconstructive surgery and extensive rehabilitation. This injury is common in sports that involve sudden stops or changes in direction, jumping or landing, such as soccer, basketball, gymnastics, football, or downhill skiing.
Achilles’ tendonitis occurs when the tendon at the back of your heel becomes injured. The condition causes pain at the back of the heel, above the heel and/or into the lower calf, as well as stiffness of the ankle joint, and deformities around the tendon insertion. Your doctor will diagnose tendonitis after performing a physical…