An ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) tear most often occurs during sporting activities when an athlete suddenly pivots causing excessive rotational forces on the ligament.
At PhysioWorks, we want
you to be able to enjoy your time at the snow as much as possible. This
means making sure that your body is prepared for the twists, turns and
bumps as you speed down the slopes.
Here are a few tips to help you
make the most of your ski trip!
With the running season upon us, this means more kilometres pounding through your feet and legs.
Unfortunately, overuse and biomechanical injuries are all too common
during your running training. While we hope this doesn’t happen to you,
a minor injury quickly leads to training interruptions, pain and poor
performance.
Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa. Nearly every joint has at least one bursa, which are lubricating sacks that help you to avoid injury. However, when a bursa becomes inflammed it can be responsible for severe pain and reduced movement.
Osgood
Schlatter’s Disease (OSD) is far less frightful than it’s name
suggests. Rather than being a disease, it's better described as an
overuse injury affecting the knee.