Sports Medicine

Rehabilitation of soft-tissue injuries can be complex.Over the years, acronyms guiding their management have evolved from ICE to RICE, then on to PRICE and POLICE. Although widely known, these previous acronyms focus on acute...

When we hear of an “ACL injury” we might think of our favourite all-star athlete sidelined for several weeks or months due to some affliction to their knee. The ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) plays...

Just because you’re experiencing low-back pain doesn’t necessarily mean it’s sciatica. Here’s how to tell the difference

Uneven terrain mixed with unpredictable conditions can lead to injury on your hikes. But with these tips, falls can be avoided

There’s no guidebook for hitting the road post-baby—but there are a series of milestones to hit and symptoms to be aware of to know if you’re ready to lace up once again

When was the last time you considered evaluating your muscle health? Not to be overlooked, these mechanical biomarkers are related to muscle health, functionality and longevity.

If you’re among the many athletes that love training, but seldom take the time to stretch, you’re not necessarily doomed to a rigid fate. Resistance training is renowned for building muscle mass and enhancing...

A couple of weeks ago our family hiked with another family from up high in the Olympic National Park to the town below—4,230 vertical feet over eight miles (or 9.5 if you want to...

To perform well you have to master the fundamentals. Yet, when I observe the running community, we appear to be overlooking the most fundamental aspect to good running mechanics, performance and recovery: breathing. More...

Core stability is a great influencer. It is the driving force for speed in the sprinter and efficiency in endurance runners. Here we explore three basic concepts of core stability for the athlete incorporating...