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Hip Labral Tears: Surgery, Non-Surgical Treatment & Recovery

Do you need surgery for a hip labral tear? In this article we discuss how we treat hips non-surgically, what to expect with recovery after hip arthroscopy, and our work with the Vancouver Hip Institute. Our Physio’s at Metrotown Orthopedic & Sports Physiotherapy Clinic in Burnaby has experience and the tools to help get you back to what you love without hip pain.

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Injured? RICE is out! PEACE & LOVE is in!

What to do after an injury - should you ice, heat, rest, tape? The research has evolved and we no longer suggest RICE after an injury (like a sprained ankle) we now recommend PEACE & LOVE

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What is Clinical Pilates?

Strengthen, stabilize and return to sport after an injury or unwind chronic work postures and rehab overuse injuries. Reformer pilates with a Physiotherapist targets the areas that often get missed with typical gym workouts. Prenatal and Postpartum Pilates and Pelvic Floor Rehab

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Elbow pain with Racket Sports

Learn how to treat & prevent tennis elbow for pain-free play! Metrotown Orthopedic & Sports Physio offers treatment options including shockwave, LASER, graded exercise and hydrotherapy

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What should Runners eat?

Curious what to eat after a run to increase your energy and improve performance? Incorporating a balance of carbohydrates and protein into your post-run meal or snack can help enhance recovery, improve muscle adaptation, and support overall performance in future runs.

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IT Band Injuries

IT Band injuries are one of the most common injuries we see in runners. They most often occur from overuse, doing too much too quickly, prioritizing running over strength, muscle imbalances, leg length discrepancies, bowed legs or twisting the foot while running.

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