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 will explore the benefits of a first aid kit for backpacking and then go on to suggest some of the key components of such a kit. Introduction Backpacking is an extremely popular activity in North America during the warmer months of the year. This is not surprising, given the relative abundance…
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…
In this article, we will describe 5 of the most common hiking injuries experienced in North America. We will also present suggestions for avoiding these injuries. Introduction As the summer starts, many of us will be looking forward to taking long hikes through the many parks and wooded areas on North America. Together with backpacking,…
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…
