[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Dr. Corey Finan BSc., DC, CCSP, RMT, ART In order to properly treat piriformis syndrome, it is important to understand that the piriformis muscle is either spasming, or is inflamed. Both situations can cause their own problems. If you are getting numbness down your leg, the muscle is probably spasmed. A spasmed muscle […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Dr. Corey Finan DC What exactly is Sciatica? Well, besides being a scary sounding problem, it is one of the most misunderstood health care conditions out there. Why is that? Well, to begin with, true sciatica is a very narrowly defined condition. Wikipedia, and the Merriam-Webster Dictionary all define it as “pain along […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy Most active individuals at one time or another have experienced at least a minor hamstring injury. Whether it happened on the first day out at your adult slow pitch league as you sprinted to first base or perhaps from repetitive strain of the muscle while training for a marathon, one […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy If you’re dealing with an injury or pain, studies show that there is a direct link between an individual’s stress level and the amount of pain that they feel. Stress and pain are considered to be closely linked so you may find it beneficial to journal your pain level and […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a very complex joint involving muscles in the human skull. It is said that TMJ pain is experienced by roughly 25% of the population. This joint is basically responsible for helping you to open and close your mouth. Because we use our jaw for eating, […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text] By: Dr. Vikki McGuire, DTCM A Sports Medicine Acupuncturist will use many techniques to locate injured tissues in your body. These may include range of motion testing, muscle palpation and testing, orthopedic examinations and more. Some muscle imbalances are assessed through both static and functional movements which can help the practitioner understand the […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy There are no two ways around it. Injuries are hard! They can knock you off of your exercise and training routines, leave you side lined from your favourite sport, have you missing work, and experiencing down time from day to day life. At Active Sports Therapy we’re committed to helping […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy There are many hockey players that walk through our front doors at Active Sports Therapy with an array of injuries, however, there are a few that stand out as being quite common to a hockey player. Concussions – Concussions are a big topic in the hockey world as a contact […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy One of the many benefits of living in Calgary is that it’s the perfect setting for a weekend warrior type of person. The city boasts an amazing chain of bike paths and running trails, a full suite of softball, soccer and ultimate leagues and the mountains allow us to rock […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By Dr. Gayle Maguire ND If you find your immune is suffering, it is always worth a check-up with your family doctor and a check-in with your lifestyle. Some of the most important factors for healthy immune systems are listed below: Protein vs Sugar Our body requires protein to make immune cells, so make […]
