More than one in six Canadians have hay fever and there are many other allergies people deal with on a regular basis, including food, pet dander, and
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Maintaining an Active Lifestyle for Your Heart
By Andrew Grahovec with Contributions from Alexander Brook, PT, DPT for ATI Physical Therapy Physical activity and maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle is important for your
Do I Have Golfer’s Elbow?
Golfers who play on a regular basis are bound to experience injuries from time to time. One common condition among golfers is medial epicondylitis, a
ACL injuries in Ice Hockey & Return to Play Considerations
By Steve Chmielewski, PT, DPT, Level 5 USA Hockey Coach for Athletico Physical Therapy Sport-specific training has become a larger component in athletics as coaches,
What to Look for in your Protein Bar
UPGRADE THE QUALITY OF YOUR FOOD Deciding which bar to fuel you through a long day can be challenging as there are so many on
Resilient Female Hormone Function after Record-Breaking Antarctic Crossing!
Women are thought to be biologically sensitive to effects of extreme physical activity when accompanied by weight loss–possible negative consequences cited include bone fractures and
Is Weightlifting Good for Your Heart? If Yes, How Much Is Enough?
Aerobic exercise, such as running, reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease events like heart attack or stroke; thus, it is commonly called “cardio” exercise. Weightlifting
Caffeine May Increase Cardiovascular Risk During Exercise
Regular exercise is known to be good for heart health, but the risk of a heart attack temporarily increases during an exercise session. Most heart attacks
Risk Factors For Adolescent Stress Fractures
By Dev Mishra, M.D., President, Sideline Sports Doc, Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Stanford University Key Points: A recent scientific found several characteristics associated
About Knee Cartilage
Your knee is under a lot of pressure, so it’s no wonder that just one false move can result in injury to the ligaments and
Understanding Allograft Cartilage Transplants
Play Video Articular cartilage is a firm rubbery tissue that covers the ends of bones. It provides a smooth gliding surface for joints and acts
Strengthen Your Immune System with MCTs
There’s no way around it—germs surround us all the time. Singular medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil contains medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that act as natural antibiotics,