In this article, we will suggest 5 ways in which ankle sleeve compression can help promote your recovery from a soft tissue ankle injury. We will then go on to suggest 5 types of ankle injuries that are possibly treatable using this compression. As always, the information below represents our opinions only and should not…
In this article, we will first identify 5 of the most common pickleball injuries. We will then go on to suggest how you can reduce the risk of experiencing them while continuing to enjoy this rapidly growing pastime. Pickleball has seen rapid growth in North America during the past decade or so. According to a…
In this article, we shall first look at the reasons why you should always participate in warm up exercises before running. We will then suggest 5 important warm up exercises you should consider before starting a run. Introduction For those of us who enjoy both the outdoors and exercise, there are few more popular pastimes…
Many of us are looking forward to a long summer of enjoyable outdoor activities including camping, hiking and various sporting activities. One of the most popular activities in the latter category is likely to be basketball, a sport that is growing in popularity both in North America and worldwide. In this article, we will discuss…
With the approach of the summer, many of us will be looking forward to enjoying a weekly (or more frequent) game of baseball. However, by its very nature, baseball introduces a risk of ankle injuries, some of which could sideline you for the rest of the season. In this post, we first examine why ankle…
With the approach of the summer, many of us will be looking forward to enjoying our favourite sports as long as the weather permits. In North America, basketball is one of the most popular summer recreational sports and it is predictable that many of us will be heading out to a court at least once…
Walking boots have become increasingly popular as a form of orthopedic footwear for treating ankle sprains and many other foot injuries. Wearing a walking boot, also known as a cast boot or medical walking boot, is commonly prescribed to support and immobilize the foot or ankle during the healing process of fractures, sprains, or other…
Spring is here and many of us will be looking forward to enjoying our favourite outdoor activities during the next few months. In North America, for many of us that will include a few games of basketball every week. In this article, we will first explain the importance of choosing the right ankle brace for…
Ankle sprains are a common injury among athletes and individuals who engage in physical activities. In fact, they are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries among people of all ages. They occur when the ligaments surrounding the ankle joint are stretched or torn, causing pain, swelling, and limited range of motion. In this article, we’ll…
Ankle braces are often prescribed as part of the treatment for ankle sprains. Athletes with healthy ankles are also often advised to wear these braces to prevent sprains. In this post we set out to answer the question “do ankle braces work?”. We review the results of 3 key studies to examine the important sports…
