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For many Canadians, the wait for joint replacement surgery in the public healthcare system can be frustratingly long, leaving them in pain and unable to maintain their quality of life. But there’s an alternative—private orthopedic surgery offers a faster path to care, allowing patients to regain mobility and comfort sooner. Why Consider Private Joint Replacement […]
So, you’ve torn your ACL—now what? If you’ve visited a doctor, they’ve likely discussed your options for ACL reconstruction, including the choice of graft. Selecting the right graft is a highly individualized decision that should be made in consultation with your surgeon. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the different types of ACL grafts, […]
Exercise and Manual Therapy: Managing the Side Effects of Cancer and Its Treatments Exercise, alongside manual therapy, can be a safe and effective way to manage the side effects of cancer and its treatments. The great thing about both exercise and hands-on rehabilitation is that they can be utilized before, during, and after all types […]
Cancer related fatigue is one of the most common side effects that cancer patients can experience no matter the type of cancer or the treatment being prescribed. Fatigue is something that everyone will experience differently, and finding a way to manage fatigue will help improve your ability to function and get back into your daily […]
Things you can do prior to having surgery and after surgery to help you move safely with an ostomy Safe movement is something that is very important post surgically but ideally would start before surgery even happens so that it becomes a habit. The key to safe movement with an ostomy is limiting intra-abdominal […]
Exercise can be a safe and effective way to help manage the side effects of cancer and its treatments. The great thing about exercise is that it can be used before, during and after all types of treatment and for any type of cancer. Here are 4 benefits of exercise for individuals with cancer: Combat […]
What is a “Rotator Cuff”? The group of muscles that surround the shoulder that attaches the upper arm bone (humerus) to the shoulder blade (scapula). These muscles are important in shoulder movements. The tendon can become irritated, damaged, or completely torn causing pain and dysfunction. What Causes Rotator Cuff Damage? Rotator cuff injuries occur most […]
What is a SLAP Tear? The word SLAP stands for “Superior Labral tear, from Anterior to Posterior”. The labrum is the rim of rubbery tissue that surrounds the shoulder socket. The biceps tendon attaches at the top of this rim. A SLAP tear refers to the damage that is done to the labrum and the […]
Dislocated Shoulder- Bankart Tear What is a Bankart Tear? A Bankart tear is a type of injury to the rim of rubbery tissue (labrum) that surrounds the shoulder joint socket. It typically occurs as a result of shoulder dislocation. A dislocated shoulder is an injury in which your upper arm bone pops out of the […]
What is an ACL injury? An ACL injury is the tearing of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). This is one of the major ligaments in your knee for function and stability. What Causes an ACL injury? ACL injuries commonly occur during sports that involve sudden stops, jumping, pivoting or changes in direction — such […]
What is the meniscus in the knee? The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of rubbery cartilage that acts as a shock absorber between your shinbone and thighbone. What Causes a Torn Meniscus? A torn meniscus can result from forcefully twisting or rotating your knee, such as strong pivoting or sudden stops and turns. Kneeling, […]
There are many hand and wrist injuries that may or may not require surgery such as: Scaphoid fractures Wrist ligament sprains DRUJ injuries TFCC injuries Carpal Tunnel Trigger Finger TFCC injury is very common in the active population. People who use a racquet, bat, club or gymnasts are at higher risk of developing a TFCC […]
