NRG: Sports Injuries & Post Surgical Rehab

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INSIDE: Don’tLetPainSidelineYou ExercisesToHelpReduceLegPain 2018SummerRingetteCamp PatientSuccessSpotlight SPORTS INJURIES & POST SURGICAL REHAB “You Will Experience An Injury If You’re An Athlete!”

Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. For many people, playing sports is a fun way to burn extra calories, socialize, and get fit. Unfortunately, this also means the occasional sports injury or a flare up of an old injury or condition. You don’t have to be a professional or even an amateur athlete to suffer a sports injury. In fact, many times, those most susceptible to sports injuries are people who have just started exercising or participate on a recreational level. Sports injuries in this article will be defined as injuries to the musculoskeletal system, including muscles, bones and tissues such as cartilage. The most common sports injuries include: SPRAINS: A sprain occurs when the connective tissue that joins the end of the bone with another is stretched or torn. Those connective tissues are known as ligaments. Sprains are caused by trauma such as a fall or blow to the body that knocks a joint out of position. Ankles, knees and wrists are most vulnerable to sprains. However, back, neck and shoulder sprains are very common too. STRAINS: A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is pulled, torn or twisted. Strains are non-contact injuries, such as those that occur from overstretching. A common example of a strain is a muscle spasm. A back or neck strain is a very common injury treated in physiotherapy. KNEE INJURIES: According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, theknee is themostcommonly injured joint.Orthopedicsurgeons

see more than 5.5 million people annually for knee injuries, which can include runner’s knee (pain or tenderness close to the knee cap at the front side of the knee), tendonitis and iliotibial band syndrome (pain on the outer side of the knee). Severe knee injuries often include bone bruises or damage to the cartilage or ligaments. SHIN SPLINTS: Shin splints occur when there is a pain along the large bone in the front of the lower leg, known as the tibia or shin bone. Shin splints most commonly occur in runners, especially those who are just starting a running program. This is usually due to poor alignment of the body, or weakness in the leg muscles. The team at NRG Athletes Therapy Fitness can treat many orthopedic and repetitive motion injuries without the need for invasive surgeries or medications. In fact, most doctors have their patients try physiotherapy first before recommending any other procedures. The licensed physiotherapists and physiotherapist assistants at NRG Athletes Therapy Fitness can customize a program that addresses the weakness of your particular musculoskeletal system, allowing you to recover quickly and remain active. Even if you have an old injury, it is important to have it evaluated by our physiotherapists to prevent long- term damage like arthritis. If you have sports or orthopedic injuries like tendonitis, arthritis, a stress fracture or low back pain, our therapists can design a treatment plan to promote improved function, wellness and minimize the risk of re-injury. Call us today for more information!

“How Athletes Most Likely Injure Themselves!” DON’T LET PAIN SIDELINE YOU

There is nothing more exciting than taking on a new challenge, sport or activity. For most of us, the thrill of accomplishing a physical goal is what we live for. However, are you prepared for it? The term “weekend warrior” means a person who doesn’t really train for what they are doing; they just go out and do it on the weekend. How do most injuries occur? Most sports injuries occur from ill-prepared individuals who just jump into the activity without first increasing their strength, endurance and flexibility. Yourmuscles,tendons, ligamentsandothertissuesneedtobewarmedupto workproperly.Theytakeenormousstrainduringrunningandsportsactivities. Therefore, if they are not in top condition, they are more prone to injury. Injuries increase as you age… Ifyou thinkback towhenyouwere inyour late teens,youcouldgo intoa full sprintnoproblem, takeaflying leapanddoawhole lotwithout theslightest thoughtabout it.Asyougetolder,yourtissuesbecome lesselasticand infact a little “drier”.Whenyourmuscle, tendonand ligament tissueshaveenough water,theyaresuppleandstretchy,allowingyoutodoa lotofactivities.Keep yourself hydrated and stretch often to maintain elasticity in your muscles. Before and after Knowing the right exercises to prepare for fitness activities is key. Our physiotherapistshaveyearsofexperiencerehabilitatingpeopleafter injuries and returning them pain-free to the activities they enjoy. What some people

mightnotknow isthatphysiotherapistsputspecificexerciseplanstogether based on your needs to prevent injury. If you do start to experience pain with activities, NRG Athletes Therapy Fitness can get you back to enjoying your activities pain-free. Call today to learn more how our programs can help you feel great!

Care enough to share how we have helped you? Who do you know that could benefit from therapy? If you know someone suffering with aches and pains, then give the gift of health. Refer them to NRG Athletes Therapy Fitness today! Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly for a Free Athletic Therapy Screen. They will thank you, and so will we! YOU HELP US HELP OTHERS Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help?

Exercises to help reduce leg pain Try this movement if you are experiencing leg pain.

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Congratulations Connor

Patient Success Spotlight I now feel confident to play!

Connor Dewar drafted 92nd overall to the Minnesota Wild. Connor has been training with NRG for a number of year. Over the course of the off-season we can see the growth in Connor as he put’s in 100% every time he is on or off the ice at NRG.

“I came to NRG with a lower body injury. After only a few sessions, I felt better. After completing the return to sports phase of rehab, I now feel confident to return to play.” -Ethan

Keep Your Active Lifestyle WITH GYM MEMBERSHIP!

NRG is now offering GYM MEMBERSHIPS to the public! Prices are $49+gst per month. *Members must be 21 years of age or older. Membership Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday: 7am-7pm Saturdays: 10am-1pm (CLOSED Saturdays in July & August) Sundays: CLOSED Daily Workouts of the day posted on the board everyday by our fully qualified and certified Strength & Conditioning Team. Join today and take your fitness to the next level. Call us today for more information 204-783-9578 or register online at www.nrgathletes.ca.

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SCOTT MILLER B.A.(Kinesiology),CSCS,CAT(C),C.Ac.

NRG Athletes Therapy Fitness Staff Spotlight DR. CHRISTIAN MANANSALA DC

Dr. Manansala holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science, with a focus in biochemistry, from the University of Manitoba. His interests in health, sports, and manual medicine led him to enroll into the Canadian Memorial ChiropracticCollege (CMCC) inToronto, Ontario. Hechose to enroll at CMCC due to their reputation as the leading evidence-based chiropractic school in the world.As a student he was fortunate to shadow and learn from various healthcare practitioners ranging from sports medicine, chiropractic and physiotherapy. This unique exposure shaped his integrated approach to musculoskeletal (MSK) care. Dr. Manansala utilizes principles from multiple disciplines to improve patient outcomes. His integrated approach involves; myofascial release, fascial abrasion technique, instrument-assisted soft-tissue manipulation, spinal manipulation, mobilization, dry needling, medical acupuncture, and evidence-based rehabilitative exercise, as clinically indicated. Dr. Manansala’s approach to care may include: • Movement/functional based assessment • Soft-tissue therapy: myofascial release, fascial abrasion technique,

instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization • Spinal Manipulation or Joint Mobilization • Dry needling +/- intra-muscular stimulation • Acupuncture • Contemporary Medical Acupuncture • Rehabilitative exercise

Our chiropractor takes an evidence-informed, non-invasive, hands-on approach to care. Dr. Manansala DC uses a combination of treatments depending on the needs of the presenting patient. Call 204-783-9578 to book an appointment today!