Joint Injuries

Lisfranc Injury: First Aid Awareness, Mobility Risks, and Workplace Safety in Canada

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Lisfranc Injury: First Aid Awareness, Mobility Risks, and Workplace Safety in Canada A Lisfranc injury affects the ligaments and bones that connect the midfoot to the forefoot. These injuries can involve a dislocation, a fracture, or both, and are often more serious than they first appear. Because the midfoot plays a critical role in weight-bearing, […]

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Joint Subluxation: First Aid Awareness, Injury Response, and Workplace Safety in Canada

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Joint Subluxation: First Aid Awareness, Injury Response, and Workplace Safety in Canada A subluxation occurs when a joint partially dislocates. Unlike a full dislocation—where the joint surfaces completely separate—a subluxation involves incomplete loss of alignment. This often happens suddenly after an injury and can cause significant pain, swelling, and instability. From a first aid and

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Knee Pain After Kicking a Ball: Causes, First Aid & Prevention

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Knee Pain After Kicking a Ball: Causes, First Aid & Prevention   Soccer is one of the most popular sports and recreational activities in Canada — from youth/community leagues to adult rec teams and corporate wellness programs. While generally safe, knee pain after kicking a ball is common, often linked to repetitive motion, strain, or

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Foods That May Worsen Knee Pain: What Canadians Should Know

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Foods That May Worsen Knee Pain: What Canadians Should Know Knee pain linked to gout, arthritis, injury or sport can disrupt daily living—from playing pickup hockey or soccer to performing physical work duties or simply walking comfortably. While there is no definitive medical proof that diet alone worsens knee pain, many Canadians report symptom flare-ups

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Bone Spurs in the Shoulder: Symptoms, Treatment & When to Seek Care (Canada)

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Bone Spurs in the Shoulder: Symptoms, Treatment & When to Seek Care (Canada)   Bone spurs in the shoulder often form due to osteoarthritis, natural age-related wear, repetitive strain or previous injuries. These bony growths form as the body attempts to stabilize or protect the joint. While some individuals experience no symptoms, larger spurs may

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Knee Popping When Climbing Stairs: Causes & When to Seek Help (Canada)

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Knee Popping When Climbing Stairs: Causes & When to Seek Help (Canada)   Hearing or feeling a “pop” in the knee while climbing stairs is common. For many people, occasional popping is harmless. However, if the popping becomes frequent or is paired with pain, swelling, or stiffness, it may signal an underlying injury or early

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Wrist Pain From Cycling: Causes, Prevention & When to Seek Care

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Wrist Pain From Cycling: Causes, Prevention & When to Seek Care   Cycling is a popular way to stay active across Canada — whether commuting through Vancouver’s seawall, riding gravel trails in Alberta, or exploring paved paths throughout Ontario. While cycling promotes cardiovascular health and reduces environmental impact, the repetitive vibration, positioning, and grip required

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Wrist Pain After Weightlifting: Causes, Symptoms & When to Seek Care (Canada)

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Wrist Pain After Weightlifting: Causes, Symptoms & When to Seek Care (Canada) Wrist pain after lifting weights is a common strength-training complaint. For Canadians who lift recreationally or competitively, this pain can weaken grip strength, affect performance and—if ignored—lead to more serious musculoskeletal injury. Although many cases involve strained soft tissues, wrist pain can also

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