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Synthetic grafts for use in ACL reconstruction
Synthetic grafts for ACL reconstruction were first introduced in the early 1980’s, however, they are rarely used. These first generation grafts showed initial promise with short term follow up, but had a high failure rate in the long run.
PRESENTATION: #Knees4Skis: Returning After Knee Injury
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…
Achilles’ Tendonitis 101: The Basics
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…
Return to sport and activity after MPFL reconstruction
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…
Sign-Up to be Ski Fit Ready!
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…
Sarcopenia: the basics
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…
