What is Calcaneal apophysitis (Sever’s syndrome)
By Peter Foley (Registered Podiatrist) It is not uncommon for enthusiastic adolescent athletes in late primary school and early high school to experience significant pain in their heels when participating in sport. The most common cause of heel pain in patients of this age is calcaneal apophysitis (sometimes called Sever’s syndrome). What is Calcaneal apophysis? […]
What Chiropractic Patients Need to Know About Sitting While Working
It’s no big secret that exercise is good for you. Many articles and books have been written and studies completed on the subject of physical fitness. However, lately it’s been discussed as to whether that five kilometre run or spin class is really enough. Is our work environment undoing any positive effort we put into staying […]
How To Squat Correctly And When To Use It
One of the most important exercises we teach patients to prevent injury / re-injury is correct squatting technique. Squatting is an integral part of daily living, for example, lifting, making the bed, and even getting in and out of your car are all activities that require this movement. A common misconception is that squatting correctly […]
