Apr 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
Knee sprains are an extremely common injury and can be confusing, with a variety of different “grades” of sprain, and a variety of ways in which the ligaments can be damaged, it can be hard to even know if you’ve sprained your knee or not! Read on to find out how to...
Jun 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
Where exactly did the ice pack come from? This article provides a short history of the humble ice pack which has been assisting in pain and injury management for over half a century. The use of natural ice Ice and the act of cooling the body has long been used by...
Jun 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
Ouch! Ankle sprains are one of the most common soft tissue injuries. Simply stepping on an uneven surface or landing awkwardly on the side of your foot can cause a sprained ankle. Read on to learn more about how to correctly treat this injury. What is an ankle sprain?...
Jun 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
Contrary to what you may think, lactic acid is not responsible for the soreness felt in muscles days after strenuous exercise. Read on to discover why lactic acid is actually good for our bodies. What is lactic acid? Lactic acid, or lactate is the by-product of...
Jun 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
Cold therapy is one of the leading non-invasive forms of pain relief. Cooling the area slows down blood flow to the site of the injury thereby slowing circulation, reducing inflammation and associated pain. We have moved beyond the simple ice pack with a myriad of...
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