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Bones, Joints & Spine

Musculoskeletal health for Canadians — orthopedics, arthritis, back and spine care, joint pain, and recovery, reviewed by orthopedic specialists.

Bursitis Treatment: Causes, Symptoms & Relief Canada

Bursitis treatment starts with understanding the condition itself — a painful inflammation of the small, fluid-filled sacs called …

Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD Read

Flat feet is a common condition where the arch along the bottom of your foot is lower than normal or completely flattened, …

Dr. Michael Ross, MD, FRCSC Read

A hip fracture is more than just a broken bone — it can be a life-changing event, especially for older Canadians.

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

A hip fracture is one of the most serious bone injuries Canadians can face, involving a break in the upper part of the femur — the …

Dr. James Okafor, MD, PhD Read

Bone spurs are small, smooth growths of extra bone that form along the edges of normal bones, affecting millions of Canadians each …

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

Clubfoot in children is one of the most common congenital differences affecting newborn feet and ankles across Canada, causing one …

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

Torticollis treatment begins with understanding this common neck condition — also called wry neck — where the head tilts to one …

Dr. Michael Ross, MD, FRCSC Read

Axial stability is one of the most important yet overlooked aspects of spinal health for Canadians.

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read

A bone fracture — commonly called a broken bone — is one of the most frequent injuries Canadians face, especially during winter …

Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD Read

Spondylosis treatment starts with understanding this common, age-related condition that causes the bones, discs, and joints of the …

Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD Read