How to Avert One of the Most Debilitating Injuries for Runners: Plantar Fasciitis
In the coming months, seasoned runners and first time runners will begin their training and preparation for Vancouver’s annual Sun Run. It is this time of year that we see a rise in one of the most debilitating injuries for runners: Plantar Fasciitis. The Plantar...
Shoulder injuries – 4 tips for relief and recovery
Shoulder injuries can be very restrictive in your day-to-day life, sport- or job performance. 4 tips for recovery from shoulder injuries: Get in balance. The shoulder joint needs the perfect balance of strength and flexibility to keep it in great shape and injury...
Strain Recovery: Tip #4
As addressed in previous blogs, the first 3 steps in the recovery of a ligament strain are: RICE. The RICE Principle (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) is a good first step following a ligament sprain. Check in with your physiotherapist who will assess your strength,...
Strain recovery: Tip #2
Last week we addressed the RICE Principle (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) as a good first step following a ligament sprain. Tip#2: Get relief. If you have injured your ankle or wrist and experience swelling and limited movement, you probably have sprained a...RICE: what is it and why is it important?
Therapist Amrit Minhas explains all about the RICE principle is so important after a strain!
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