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Do Lumbar Discs Heal?

Low back pain of discogenic origin is a challenging condition to manage. It can be slow to improve and its high pain severity can be extremely disabling. The pain is

Common Questions Regarding BPPV

All of us have experienced vertigo to some extent in our lifetime, if not BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) itself, then at least intentionally when riding amusement rides or deliberately

An Interview with A Running Coach

Four years ago, I had the privilege of meeting Matt Norminton, the running coach of the Running Room Athletic Club (RRAC). I was ready to return to racing and I wanted

Can Lifting Injuries Be Avoided?

In this month’s blog, we will be discussing the topic of lifting and the reasons for how and why injuries can occur when performing this common every day task.  Low

Process Goal Setting

In my last blog, I showcased some strength exercise ideas in preparation for skiing the Birkebeiner. Two months and no snow later (saved for the last few days), most of

Strength Training for the Birkebeiner

The annual Canadian Birkebeiner Ski Festival is on February 9-11, 2018 which is less than 12 weeks away. With decent snow fall this year, most trails in Edmonton are already open,