Injury Proof with the FMS

What has the NFL implemented in the offseason to dramatically improve season ending injury?  Many NFL teams changed from focussing on raw power to functional strength and stability with the Functional Movement Screen.  The FMS is a screening tool used to identify muscle imbalance.  Whether you are at the end of your season, getting back on the ice or snow, or gearing up for the spring Marathon season we can help keep you moving safely and performing well. Physiotherapist Stjepan Prtenjaca is trained to use the FMS, and Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA for injury) to help identify muscle imbalance, treat injury and optimize movement. 

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Pilates Could Help Relieve Your Sports Injury

Pilates addresses the body as a whole, not just the injured area.  It helps you to regain strength, control and smooth movement in the area affected as well as addressing muscle imbalance, weakness or altered movement patterns, which may have caused or contributed to the injury.

Pilates also increases your overall strength, control and coordination of movement to allow you to return to sport stronger, faster, fitter and more resilient than before your injury.

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Strength training is a part of rehabilitation for many chronic conditions involving muscle or joint pain. Think about asking a qualified physiotherapist if strength training is right for you today.

Strategies To Prevent Knee Pain

Do you occasionally suffer from knee pain that disrupts your ability to engage in regular physical activity? There are a number of factors that may contribute to your pain and increase your risk of experiencing a knee injury. Learn more about beneficial strategies that can help prevent knee injuries in this month’s featured article.  

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Chickpea Curry

From: EatingWell

This Indian chickpea curry is a wholesome vegetarian meal with the added bonus option of using canned ingredients for convenience in cold weather. Add brown basmati rice for extra health points!

Try this tasty recipe today! 

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Goji Berry Crackles

From: Taste

This recipe reboots the puffed-rice chocolate crackle using super-healthy goji berries and coconut oil. A super-simple health-packed treat for all the family!

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