Athletic therapists have an in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and use that knowledge to assess injury whether it is chronic or acute. Their knowledge of injury timelines allows them to educate patients on the recovery process and expectations. They also understand how injuries can affect the whole body so when building a treatment and/or rehabilitation plan, this is taken into consideration.

Athletic Therapists knowledge of injury timelines allows them to load various tissues progressively and safely in order to return to activities post surgery in a timely manner.

Our Athletic Therapists use science and evidence based methods to evaluate how rehabilitation is going post injury or surgery to ensure proper progression and return to play/sport confidently.

Athletic Therapists have an in-depth understanding of human kinetics and biomechanics which allow them to pinpoint areas in posture and/or daily life that can make someone susceptible to injury. We believe in education and providing tools one may use for years to come.

Athletic Therapists are capable of doing preseason team testing to make sure that teams/athletes are physically ready and have no glaring asymmetries that may lead to injury. With baseline testing we can provide a sport specific program that is best for an athlete’s body and sport.

Creating a plan that revolves around a patient’s goals and lifestyle is key as not every person, life and rehab is the same. We follow and guide patients closely and provide proper progressions to reach those goals.

At Acumen, we have introduced a knee and hip OA program to provide this population with a rehabilitation option, in hopes to help get people back to activity and avoid or delay replacement.

This 6 week program will include:
● 1 hour session 2 times a week
● Expertise from a registered Kinesiologist or Athletic Therapist
● Education on OA, anatomy, pain management, exercise implements
● Movement screen
● A comprehensive program that gradually progresses and is tailored to ability/function
● Full body exercise program
● Treatment as needed (at a discounted cost)

Anticipated Outcomes:
● Improving range of motion and mobility
● Improving strength and function
● Decreasing pain
● Improving ability for ADL’s (activities of daily living)
● Return to sport

We provide you with an initial movement screen which will help us determine individual capabilities, so that we can tailor exercise to you. We will spend time educating you on osteoarthritis as well as ways to improve your pain and function. We will work closely with you during each session to ensure your technique is correct. More importantly, we will give you the knowledge and tools to continue to progress on your own.

$540 per person

BFR is a safe and effective way to help assist your reconditioning journey! Acumen utilizes the Delfi Personalized Tourniquet System (PTS) by Owen’s Recovery Science.

Common applications:
1. Post-operatively
2. Hypertrophy training
3. Tendinopathies
4. In-season low impact training
5. Knee pain
6. Performance enhancement
7. V02 Max training

Blood flow restricted (BFR) rehabilitation is the brief and intermittent occlusion of venous (veins) blood flow using a tourniquet while exercising. Using this technique, you can exercise with significantly lighter weight while still creating a hypertrophy (growth) and strength response. Traditionally to get a hypertrophy and strength response in your muscles you would need to lift a heavy load.

Once your personalized pressure is determined you will begin specific exercises based on your rehabilitation plan. Even though you are lifting a light weight your muscle will begin to feel like it is working very hard. This feeling in your muscle is the buildup of lactate and is the desired response of this training.

Motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) are unfortunately common and often leave people unable to perform basic activities or their favourite sports. While common approaches such as drugs, physical therapy, and chiropractic adjustments can be helpful, we focus on exercise as a means to fully return to the life of your choosing.

Our team of athletic therapists, kinesiologists and strength and conditioning specialists work together, often with your medical doctor or physical therapist, to evaluate your needs and form a plan of action! We also regularly test your physical abilities using cutting-edge techniques and track your progress to be sure optimal progress is made. Finally, many insurance companies cover athletic therapy and kinesiology services!

Through our program, you can expect:
– Personalized assessments to determine your needs and track progress
– Regular collaboration between you, your doctor/physical therapist, and our experts
– Attentive experts who will customize your training session based on how you feel each day

Non-emergency sport related injury evaluation completed by a Certified Athletic Therapist. Let Acumen provide you with a diagnosis, and possible medical referral following an acute orthopedic injury.

No referral from a family physician necessary
30 minute evaluation and diagnosis by a Certified Athletic Therapist
Private diagnostic imaging (MRI, Ultrasound and X-ray) options available
When should I utilize the Minor Injury Clinic?

Non-emergent care
Injuries to the knee, shoulder, elbow, foot, ankle, wrist, hand and spine
Musculoskeletal conditions: sprains, strains, tendinopathies and soft tissue injuries
Taping interventions
ACL, MCL, meniscus, Rotator Cuff, hip and shoulder labrum, lateral ankle sprains and much much more…
What is an Athletic Therapist?
Certified Athletic Therapists are healthcare (clinicians) and paramedical (emergency responder) professionals, with an expertise in musculoskeletal conditions. They can provide comprehensive and consistent care related to an injury. Athletic Therapists can work with you to achieve a safe return to activity or performance/sport.

Pricing
$70 for a 30 min session

Acupuncture is fast becoming one of the most popular methods of treatment in the manual therapy world. Acupuncturists, chiropractors, and physiotherapists are the most common practitioners to have this tool in their arsenal. Treatments involve the use of very thin sterile and disposable needles (slightly thicker than a human hair) inserted into specific tissues. The use of acupuncture by different practitioners varies greatly. However, at its core, research supports a change in local chemical response that has an effect on pain perception1 and inflammation2,which can help to improve motion.

Physiotherapy involves assessment and treatment to restore and maintain an individual’s mobility, for the demands of day-to-day life and sport performance. Physiotherapists are trained and skilled in pinpointing the root causes of an injury. Each Physiotherapy session is unique and will vary depending on health issues and client needs. A visit to a physiotherapist will include review of patient’s medical history, assessing and diagnosing the condition, setting physical goals as well as creation of a treatment plan prescribing movement and exercises that account for each persons health and performance goals.

Physiotherapists specialize in:

Musculoskeletal assessment and treatment
Manual therapy techniques to improve joint mobility
Progressive exercise
Prevention and manage of musculoskeletal injuries
Return to play guidance
Gait (walking), running analysis, postural assessment
What to expect during your appointment

1 on 1 sessions
Longer duration appointments
Private treatment rooms
Orthopedic and Pelvic Health physiotherapy
Collaborative examination and treatment to help you reach your goals
Orthopedic Assessments for:

Sprains and strains
Sports injuries
Tendonitis and tendinopathy
Post-fracture and post-surgical rehabilitation
Pain, stiffness, weakness or other symptoms
Pelvic Health Assessment for women with concerns regarding

Incontinence (leaking)
Pelvic organ prolapse
Pelvic pain
Pain during sex
Bladder and bowel health
Return to exercise postpartum
Diastasis recti
Return to run postpartum

This is a private clinic that does not provide Workers compensation (WCB) covered services or funding for physiotherapy through Alberta Health Services (AHS)

What Does This Chiropractor Do?
Chiropractors practice many different styles of patient care. It can be daunting for a potential patient to choose the right one for them. Rather than compare my approach to others, I thought it would be best to discuss how I personally treat.

I have tried to fill my toolbox with multiple techniques. Just like many projects, one can get by with the basics. However, when the right tool is applied to the right problem, everything goes much smoother. I have trained and crafted my practice to include a few different modalities. Here is a breakdown of each one.

Active Release Technique (ART)
This is the most common therapy I use. It involves the use of my thumbs to apply some pressure and tension on a muscle, tendon, ligament, and/or fascia and take that tissue through a range of motion. It can be uncomfortable but should be tolerable. Typically, after holding a ‘pass’ of ART for a few seconds, a ‘release’ or relaxation of that structure is felt.

Functional Acupuncture
Needles can be scary for many people. However, these needles are extremely thin compared to a needle used for injections/vaccines and usually are painless. Functional acupuncture targets muscles, nerves, ligaments and/or fascia rather than focus on Meridian Lines like Traditional Acupuncture. Needles are often hooked up to electrical stimulation to provide increased input to the area.

Graston Technique
Graston is much like ART but with the use of a stainless steel tool. These tools are not sharp and should be tolerated well by the patient. Light to moderate gliding pressure is applied with the tool to the skin. Range of motion is sometimes also included to increase the effectiveness of Graston.

Manipulation
Call it what you want – manipulation, adjustments, cracking, etc. There are many types of named techniques out there, such as Diversified, Gonstead, Drop, Activator (clicker gun), and more. I use a diversified set of manipulations, meaning I don’t subscribe to any specific protocols or techniques but use a blend of many. Manipulation remains one of, if not the most, instantaneous ways to feel relief.

I DO NOT PERFORM MANIPULATIONS ON EVERY SINGLE PATIENT! Sometimes, patients should not receive this treatment due to specific injuries or conditions. Other times, patients may not be comfortable having it performed on them. And still other times it is not warranted.

Exercise prescription
Ultimately, research suggests that exercises are key in any successful long term treatment plan. Combined with the therapies above, exercises help prevent pain from returning or reinjury.

Summary
The goals of each technique is to help decrease pain and increase function of the patient. That’s the goal – treat an injury or problem so you can be as active as possible.

I will always discuss the pros and cons of any treatment before using them. This is all part of informed consent. You, as the patient, always have the final say in what happens during a visit. There are lots of different ways to tackle problems and it’s what makes this job fun and challenging