Shin splints are a common complaint among avid walkers, runners, and athletes. Combating the deep aches and sharp pains that stop us in our tracks, derailing our active lifestyles, can be challenging. Your local BioPed is here to help, with tips and tricks to manage and reduce shin splint occurrence and pain.
Many people all over the world live silently with arthritis, and do not know what it actually is or what the symptoms are. Simply put, arthritis is an inflammation of the joints. It can affect one (or multiple) joints within the body.
Some interesting facts about Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome are that, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, young adults and women are more likely to develop PFPS than men and older adults are.¹ Also, PFPS primarily affects athletes or those involved in regular activity.
Knee pain should not stop you from doing the things you love. Today we’ll chat knee bracing and how to make the decision on what to choose… Custom or OTC.
The snow is gone, and the warm weather is here! Don’t let foot pain stop you from stepping back on the green. With these simple tips, you’ll stay upright and head down the fairway all summer long.
Did you know that your golf swing can strain the muscles in your feet, legs, abdomen and back? Playing the game on a hilly terrain doesn’t help either, as it increases these forces, leading to a higher probability of injury.
Living with knee pain and discomfort is a challenge many Canadians face daily. When it comes to managing knee pain, there are many treatments ranging from rest and modifying activities all the way to a full knee joint replacement.
Over 6 million Canadians have arthritis and in the coming years, this number will continue to grow. It is quite common for arthritis to be present in the hips, knees, ankles or feet. It can arise with age, from normal wear and tear on the joint.
Did you know that arthritis affects nearly 5 million Canadians? It’s important to know that there are ways to treat it while also managing the pain and suffering that might come from it.
