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November 27, 2018
Preventing Injuries in Weekend Warriors

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy One of the many benefits of living in Calgary is that it’s the perfect setting for a weekend warrior type of person. The city boasts an amazing chain of bike paths and running trails, a full suite of softball, soccer and ultimate leagues and the mountains allow us to rock […]

October 16, 2018
Is Your Immune System Suffering?

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By Dr. Gayle Maguire ND If you find your immune is suffering, it is always worth a check-up with your family doctor and a check-in with your lifestyle.  Some of the most important factors for healthy immune systems are listed below: Protein vs Sugar Our body requires protein to make immune cells, so make […]

October 1, 2018
Three Things You Need to Know if You Have a Concussion

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Dr. Fiona Lovely Concussions can happen anytime to anyone. We are learning quickly just how far reaching the effects of a mild traumatic brain injury can be. Unfortunately, they can last way beyond the original injury. There is much you can do when you have a recent concussion and getting this info into […]

September 7, 2018
Hip Bursitis

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy Hip bursitis is caused by an inflammation of the bursa, or bursae that surround the hip joint. A bursa is a small fluid-filled sack that works as a cushion preventing friction between the bone and the soft tissues (muscles and tendons) that surround the area. There are two major bursae […]

August 20, 2018
Ice or Heat? Which is Best for the Situation?

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy When deciding what to do with your injury, it might be hard to decide between ice and heat. They are both natural, easy, and affordable ways of relieving pain, but which is best for the situation at hand? What is ice for? Ice is for new injuries and can usually […]

August 7, 2018
5 Tips For Doing Your At Home Exercises

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy Very often, our patients receive a treatment and then they get sent home with a number of exercises and stretches that are going to help with the recovery or maintenance of their issue. Like it or not, getting stronger and more flexible is going to take hard work, and time. […]

July 22, 2018
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - How Active Release Techniques Can Help

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition in which the patient feels numbness, tingling and other symptoms that can be uncomfortable or painful in the hand and arm. It is caused by the compression of the nerve in the carpal tunnel, hence it’s name. The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway […]

July 8, 2018
IMS and Acupuncture - What's the Difference?

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]If you’ve heard of IMS and acupuncture, you may find yourself wondering what the difference is. After all, they both involve needles! Although the two have the ‘needle’ in common, the techniques and aims of the treatments are quite  different. Let’s take a look at both of these treatments.  IMS or Intramuscular Stimulation is […]

June 20, 2018
If a Road Trip = A Sore Back then These Tips are For You!

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy Summer is here and many people might be planning camping trips, hikes, and of course…ROAD TRIPS! If you suffer from back or neck pain, you might feel anxious or worried about a flare up during a road trip. Travelling for you might be just a little more complicated and stressful […]

April 23, 2018
Tips for Making the Most Out of Your Massage

[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy Whether it’s your first massage or your fiftieth it’s important to know these few tips to help you get the most out of your treatment. We recommend a monthly massage for everyone from a maintenance perspective and more often if you suffer from a chronic condition. Arrive on time, or […]

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