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Myles Treats at Halfpipe Ski World Championships in NZ

admin — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 22:46:38 +0000

For the 4th consecutive season, Dr. Myles is treating the Canadian National Halfpipe Ski Team. He has recently returned from treating these talented athletes at the Halfpipe Ski World Championships in Wanaka, New Zealand, where they dominated the podiums.

The team took gold in both Men’s and Women’s categories, and bronze in Women’s. For the past three years, the Canadian Halfpipe Ski Team has been consistently bringing home medals from around the world. As a member of a team of some of the most respected and influential practitioners/doctors from Canada, Dr. Myles will continue to treat these young athletes as they prepare for the 2014 Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia.

Congratulations to our national athletes – Rosalind Groenewoud (gold), Keltie Hansen (bronze), and Mike Riddle (gold) – on the victory in New Zealand!

Wendy Laythorpe Works with Soccer Canada’s Women’s U-17 Team

admin — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:34:50 +0000

In August, Wendy Laythorpe had the opportunity to work with the Soccer Canada’s Women’s U-17 Team in Los Angeles, CA. As a member of a team of 2 athletic therapists and 5 coaches, Wendy helped this group of talented young ladies prepare for the 2012 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

This 11-day camp was the first in preparation for the upcoming 2012 World Cup in Azerbaijan. The team of 20 girls under the age of 17 were selected by Coach Bryan Rosenfeld from all over Canada.

During their stay in California, the team tied 1 of 2 matches played against Japan’s U-17 Team – congratulations, ladies! A special congrats to Calgary’s own, Elissa Neff!

RST Welcomes New Team Members Crystal & Jenna

admin — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:09:42 +0000

Riverside proudly introduces two new members of the front desk team:

Crystal Popke – Crystal is currently an active volunteer at the Distress Centre. Her previous experience in the sports therapy industry and professional administrative abilities make her an important asset.

Jenna May – Jenna is currently a student at Mount Royal University. Her extensive customer service background, multitasking abilities, strong work ethic, and friendly personality make her a vital part of the team.

Dick & Holliday Work Towards Masters in Neurological Science

admin — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 22:39:04 +0000

In late September, Dr. Jason Dick and Dr. Jeff Holliday attended the Carrick Institute’s Seminar, “Clinical Neurology for the Practicing Chiropractor.” Both Dr. Dick & Dr. Holliday found the seminar so valuable that they’ve decided to further their knowledge in this area and both will be working towards their Masters in Neurological Science in the upcoming months.

The seminar was directed by Dr. Ted Carrick, a chiropractor and expert in neurological disorders. Dr. Carrick is also a member of the medical team that is working to get Sidney Crosby back on the ice for the 2012 hockey season after having sustained a career-threatening concussive injury. (For more information on Crosby’s injury and Dr. Carrick’s role in his recovery, check out this video.) With his extensive knowledge and experience in neurology, Dr. Carrick is the ideal mentor.

According to the Carrick Institute, neurology is a specialty within the field of chiropractic. Chiropractic neurologists serve functions similar to those of medical neurologists, without the application of drugs or surgery. They work with movement disorders and rehabilitation, such as dystonia (disorder resulting in involuntary muscle contraction and painful movement/posture), post-stroke rehabilitation, radiculopathy (pain radiating from the spine due to spinal nerve root irritation), nerve entrapment (repeated/long-term nerve compression, usually in nerves near joint subject to swelling), and other disorders/injuries caused by neurological problems.

Dr. Dick and Dr. Holliday look forward to the training offered by the Carrick institute. They state that they are “excited about the possibilities that this training and education will bring to clinical application for our patients.”

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Christie’s Sunshine Sandwich

admin — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 03:56:45 +0000

For a great start to the day, try this delicious, gluten- and dairy-free breakfast sandwich.

Ingredients:

1/2 gluten-free, Brown Rice Bagel
2 Sunworks Farms Organic Free-Range Eggs (Blush Market)
1 Woodstown Farms Nitrate-Free Bacon (Blush Market)
Sugar-free Salsa
Organic Avocado (Blush Market)

Sciatic Nerve Irritation: The Root of Low Back Pain

admin — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 03:53:19 +0000

Sciatic nerve irritation is one of the most common of the injuries treated at Riverside Sports Therapy. Often, patients with sciatic issues experience pain in the lower back and along the lateral edge of the buttocks. Some experience sensation changes down the leg reaching to the foot, and others report a difficulty moving or controlling the legs.

The sciatic nerve is composed of 5 nerve roots that exit the lumbar (L4-L5) and sacral (S1-S3) spine. Because irritation to this nerve can be caused by several conditions, sciatic pain is a general description of the symptoms experienced – not a diagnosis of the injury.

For example, a patient may experience sciatic pain caused by the compression of a single or multiple nerve root(s), a condition called radiculitis. This nerve root inflammation may indicate an underlying problem such as disc herniation, degenerative disc or joint disease, or a change in the structure of the vertebrae.

Sciatic pain may also be caused by the irritation of the piriformis muscle. This muscle allows the lower limbs to rotate and it is located closely to – often directly above – the sciatic nerve. In approximately 15% of cases of sciatic pain, the sciatic nerve pierces the piriformis muscle. If the piriformis muscle is subjected to trauma or extreme tightness due to overuse, it can put direct pressure on the nerve and cause sciatic pain.

After careful assessment, a chiropractor will be able to determine the cause for the sciatic pain and treat the symptoms, thereby helping a patient to return to proper functioning and a pain-free lifestyle. An effective treatment plan for the symptoms associated with sciatic nerve irritation will be determined at the time of diagnosis. In many cases, effective techniques such as Active Release, Graston Soft Tissue Mobilization, and Chiropractic Manipulation can provide great relief for patients who suffer from low back pain. If you experience low back pain, see your chiropractor for more information on sciatic nerve irritation.

RST Welcomes Dr. Jeff Holliday

admin — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 03:07:20 +0000

Riverside Sports Therapy is proud to announce Dr. Jeff Holliday as the newest member to the team.

Dr. Holliday’s extensive training in neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions, chiropractic expertise, and warm demeanour make him a perfect addition to Riverside. He specializes in strength and conditioning, functional movement, and manipulative and soft-tissue therapies, including Graston and Active Release Techniques.

Dr. Holliday graduated with honours in 2003 and, since then, he has maintained a sport- and family-based practice in Calgary. Throughout his career, he has worked with athletic programs on both local and national levels and helped many people to achieve their fitness goals by providing careful assessment and detailed, sport-specific treatment plans.

Dr. Holliday plays a key role in Calgary’s Running Community; he’s often seen hosting seminars at Running Room locations throughout the city and participating in races and triathlons. For more information, see Dr. Holliday’s biography on our website.