When we think about healthcare, we often picture medical tests, scans, and diagnoses. While these tools are essential, they don’t always capture the full picture of a patient’s health. How much pain are you experiencing? Are you able to return to the activities you love? How is your recovery affecting your daily life? These questions…
DYK that about 1 in 4 young people (aged 25 and under) who tear their ACL will injure it again – either in the same knee or the other one? A big reason for this is uneven strength and movement between the two legs. If the repaired leg isn’t strong enough, going back to sport…
The shoulder labrum is a fibrous piece of cartilage that resembles a donut and is located between the ball (humeral head) and socket (glenoid) of the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint. It is distinct from the cartilage at the ends of bones (articular cartilage) that enable joints to glide smoothly. What is the function of the labrum?…
You have been diagnosed with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), more commonly known as hip impingement, and you may be thinking “Well, now what?” FAI is a condition where physical abnormalities cause the bones of the hip joint to rub together during movement. This abnormal movement, or “impingement”, can damage the soft tissues within the hip joint,…
What are the menisci? Menisci are soft-tissue C-shaped structures in the knee. There are two menisci in each knee: the medial meniscus (on the inside of the knee) and the lateral meniscus (on the outside of the knee). The menisci are located between the femur (thighbone) and the tibia (shinbone). Menisci are vital structures to…
A meniscal ramp lesion is a type of injury to a specific structure of the medial meniscus called the posterior horn. This is an area of the meniscus at the back of the knee close to where it attaches to the tibia (shin bone). Meniscus – c-shaped pad of cartilage in the knee that acts…
In collaboration with the BSM Clinic, the Banff Sport Medicine Foundation is please to offer this free and informative presentation! Banff Sport Medicine Orthopaedic Fellow, Dr. Matt Getzlaf, will discuss recent evidence on the management of first-time patellar (kneecap) dislocation. Join us on Wednesday May 28th at 7 pm online via ZOOM. — Learn more about BSMF’s research…
Bone stress injuries (BSI) can occur when an increased and/or repetitive stress causes weakening of the bone. Our bodies are constantly breaking down and building new bone, which is a normal response to exercise. If the bone does not have adequate time to rest and rebuild, or is already weakened by conditions like osteoporosis, this…
As a research and education charity, the BSM Foundation (BSMF) works closely with the Banff Sport Medicine Clinic (BSM) to enhance the care of clinic patients. This is done by applying the knowledge that is learnt through research into patient care. Recently, BSMF collaborated with BSM and the Banff Mineral Springs Hospital to enhance the…
Strengthen your lower back with expert tips from Kinesiologist, Neil Fox. Discover key insights to strengthen and protect your back for a healthier, more resilient lifestyle. This workshop covers essential concepts for maintaining a strong lower back, including: WATCH the Recording More About Our Expert As a Kinesiologist and Certified Personal Trainer, Neil Fox has…
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, or NSAIDs, are medications that are commonly used to reduce pain and inflammation. You are likely familiar with common NSAIDs like Advil, Aspirin and Naproxen, and have used them when fighting an illness or recovering from an injury. NSAIDs work by blocking inflammation in the body to help you recover, feel better,…
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…
