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Does stretching improve performance or help with injury?
Education | Health Library | Injury Prevention

Does stretching improve performance or help with injury?

November 5, 2020November 22, 2021

In his latest article in the Bow Valley Crag & Canyon, Dr Andy Reed discusses stretching and it’s relationship with athletic performance and injury management.

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Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome

November 3, 2020November 22, 2021

~ A Pain in the Compartment ~ Chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) is an exercise-induced condition that commonly affects the muscles and nerves of endurance athletes. It is seen most often in athletes under the age of 30 who train in a repetitive impact activity, such as running.

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Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury: the basics

March 9, 2020January 19, 2023

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of four stabilizing ligaments in the knee. Its role is to prevent the tibia (shin bone) from moving too far forward, as well as to prevent hyperextension of the knee (when the knee extends past its normal range of motion). An intact ACL also protects the menisci (the…

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