SportMedBC’s Athletic Injury, Prevention & Management articles are intended to be a resource for sport medical practitioners, coaches, parents and athletes to find information on common athletic injuries and conditions. This is by no means an exhaustive list and individuals should consult with their doctor or allied health professional before self-diagnosing or treating any injury or condition.
Some transient discomfort is often present during running and is considered part of successful training program. For muscle strength and endurance to build, the muscle
Why is a Warm-Up Important? Just as it sounds, you are warming up the body and muscles in preparation for your RunWalk session. When your
Cycling is an activity with high levels of participation and is growing in popularity. The rise in popularity spans the range from cycle commuting
By SportMedBC: Static stretching is a technique used to stretch the muscles of the body while at rest. Static stretching is to gradually lengthen
Injuries to the nose are common in contact sports such as soccer, football and basketball. Nasal injuries can include bleeding, nasal fractures or septal
Often incorrectly described as "shin splints", Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (MTSS) is an overuse injury usually caused by running. The condition is characterized by
Athletes are particularly susceptible to heat-related illnesses because of the relative intensity of their activities. Excessive heat buildup can do tremendous damage to the human
Despite best efforts, injuries to soft body tissues like muscles (strains and contusions) and ligaments (sprains) are often unavoidable. Though painful, minor injuries do not always
How would you like to quickly improve your athlete’s performance, reduce their risk of injury and optimize their health by emphasizing one simple, powerful concept?
Not all exercises are created equal. Unfortunately many of the traditional exercises that were learned in high school, discovered at fitness class or seen in
The undeniable energy of fall is quickly ascending upon us once again as we’re approaching September. And the Fall 2023 RunWalk program is the perfect
Whether you’re an athlete or not, using an athlete’s training journal can help you reach your goals. In his informative article in Impact Magazine, “Reasons
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