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AC Joint Sprains & Separated Shoulders: Symptoms, Management, & Rehab
AC Joint injuries account for 40% of all shoulder injuries, and nearly 10% of all injuries in hockey, football, lacrosse, and other collision sports.
Because these injuries are so common, it’s important to know the basics about an AC joint sprain and how to manage it, particularly if you or your child is playing a collision sport like those listed above. In this article, we’re covering the basics about AC joints, how they get injured, and how to manage and rehabilitate an AC joint post-injury.
Groin Strains & Hockey: How to Prevent and Manage Them
Sports injuries are every athlete’s worst nightmare. At best, they’re a hassle, and at worst, they can end your season and take you out of the sport you love.
About 10-25% of all injuries in hockey are groin strains, and many of these injuries are usually related to overuse, fatigue, and biomechanical errors - all of which can be prevented.
Winning Your Game: Hockey & Achieving Your Health and Wellness Goals Aren’t So Different
There are a lot of steps involved in winning a hockey game. There are also a lot of steps involved in reaching your health, wellness, and performance goals. Let's break it down.