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Who is it for? Sports medicine is a useful and effective tool for a range of physiological conditions, specifically musculoskeletal pain including back pain. Their extensive training gives them better tools for diagnosis and treatment that may not be available to other specialists. |
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What is a sports Medicine Physician? Sports medicine specialists are medical doctors who specialize in the treatment of people who have injuries to their bones, muscles, joints, tendons, or ligaments that result from physical activity. Such injuries may include cartilage tears, ligament ruptures of the knee, and shoulder or knee problems. How is it different? Sports medicine physicians can not only diagnose your condition and prescribe required physiotherapy exercises, they are also able to perform specific tests, injections, and prescribe required pharmaceuticals that a patient may require. Some of there services are covered by Alberta Healthcare. Sports physicians diagnose and treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system. They can order lab tests or diagnostic imaging procedures and analyze the results. They examine injury to advise and direct treatment plans. They can supervise the rehabilitation of injured people, prescribe medication for the treatment of injuries and coordinate with other personnel, such as coaches, athletic trainers, physiotherapists and orthopaedic surgeons. They can also perform procedures, such as injections and diagnostic ultrasound. At Pro Health Chiropractic & Physiotherapy we provide musculoskeletal/Sport Medicine Assessments and ultrasound guided injections including cortisone and HA products (Durolane, Monovisc, Cingal and Sportvis). |
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Active ReleaseA practitioner uses a manual technique to create tension in a muscle to break up fascial adhesion and scar tissues that result from injuries. 
AcupunctureAcupuncture involves using fine, sterile needles to penetrate the surface of the skin in order to encourage a healing response for pain and a broad range of conditions. 
Chiropractic TherapyChiropractic Therapy is a hands-on treatment which uses spinal manipulation to treat a range of musculoskeletal complaints. Our therapists use Chiropractic 
GrastonA therapist applies instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization that is used to break down scar tissue and tensions in scar tissue and muscles. 
IV TherapyIV Therapy bypasses the digestive tract to ensure a 100% absorption of nutrients. For example, Vitamin C delivered through an IV infusion is absorbed 20 times more than 
Kinesio TapingA therapist uses performance tape to give support to muscles and joints while allowing the body and muscles to move without restricted movement. 
Laser TreatmentA therapist uses laser light to stimulate natural healing processes. Painless targeting a variety of pain syndromes, injuries, wounds, and fractures. Included with a regular 
MassageA practitioner of deep tissue massage applies firm pressure and slow strokes to reach deeper layers of muscle and fascia. Deep tissue massage is a proven therapy for sore 
NaturopathNaturopathic practitioners conduct intensive medical history research to formulate an individualized treatment plan. Some therapies include nutrition and lifestyle 
OrthoticsA therapist asseses if you can benefit from a customized everyday tool for addressing pain caused by muscle inhibition sourced in bad posture and other bad habits. 
OsteopathyOsteopathy is a manual form of therapy that emphasizes the relationship between the structure and function of the human body. This therapy follows 
Pelvic Floor TherapyThe muscles that control you core stability, bladder, birthing and sexual function are all found in the same place in your body: the base of the spine. It’s not uncommon 
PhysiotherapyPhysiotherapy focuses on using movement to rehabilitate and strengthen the body in order to improve physical well-being following disease or injury. 
ProlotherapySometimes also called Non-Surgical Ligament, Tendon or Joint Reconstruction Therapy, the treatment involves a very directed injection to an injury site. 
Radial ShockwaveA therapist utilized high-energy sound waves with this highly effective non surgical treatment for acute and chronic pain in the muscles and tendons 
Spinal DecompressionA practitioner applies adjustments gently manipulate the spine to relieve pain and promote an optimal healing environment for bulging, degenerating, or herniated discs. |
