Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative process that results in the breakdown of joint cartilage and changes to the bony surfaces of the joint. There are several factors that increase the risk of osteoarthritis such as genetic factors, advancing age, obesity, previous trauma...
Jumpers Knee

Jumpers Knee

Have you ever wondered why many basketball and volleyball players wear thin colourful straps just below their knees? These braces are often used in cases of patellar tendinopathy, also known as “Jumper’s Knee,” to assist in alleviating symptoms. The tendon of the...
Concussion – Part 2 of 3

Concussion – Part 2 of 3

When does it resolve? Most concussions resolve within 2 weeks to 1 month However in some instances symptoms persist. These persistent symptoms can linger for much longer and pose significant functional restrictions to regular day-to-day function at home, at school or...
Taking the Pain Out of Raking

Taking the Pain Out of Raking

Well it is that time of year again and some of us are dreading all that raking. The only fun part is that our toddlers love to jump into that massive pile of leaves and spread them all out again. Here are some tips from your local physiotherapists to prevent any...
Breathe

Breathe

Breathing for Stress Relief Workshop May 9th, 2017 – 20:00 h   Mardaloop Sport Physiotherapy 1517 – 34th Ave SW Calgary, AB   Why is stress relief relevant for me and my health? What does breathing have to do with stress relief? What can I do in my daily life to...
Sit Well

Sit Well

  How to sit well – Ergonomic Workshop May 9th, 2017 – 19:00 h   Mardaloop Sport Physiotherapy 1517 – 34th Ave SW Calgary, AB   Why is a proper sitting posture important for me?   How can I rearrange my working space from an ergonomic perspective?   What...